--- title: "Blackridge Community Education Association — check charity number SC007382 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Blackridge Community Education Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC007382. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in West Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/blackridge-community-education-association retrieved: 2026-08-18T20:06:38.241Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Blackridge Community Education Association is a registered charity (number SC007382) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of citizenship or community development; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £26,090 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Blackridge Community Education Association? Registered charity number SC007382 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location West Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £26,090 ## What does Blackridge Community Education Association do? To advance education and to provide, or assist in the provision of, facilities for recreation or other leisure-time occupation, where such provision is in the interest of Social Welfare and is made with the object of improving the conditions of the life of the members of the community in the area. and for those purposes to associate with West Lothian Council, voluntary organisations and inhabitants in the area. The main activity of the charity is to run a community centre. ## What causes is Blackridge Community Education Association registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Blackridge Community Education Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Blackridge Community Education Association is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=blackridge-community-education-association&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Blackridge Community Education Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Blackridge Community Education Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC007382) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Blackridge Community Education Association's charity number? Blackridge Community Education Association's charity number is SC007382. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC007382? Search SC007382 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Blackridge Community Education Association do? To advance education and to provide, or assist in the provision of, facilities for recreation or other leisure-time occupation, where such provision is in the interest of Social Welfare and is made with the object of improving the conditions of the life of the members of the community in the area. and for those purposes to associate with West Lothian Council, voluntary organisations and inhabitants in the area. The main activity of the charity is to run a community centre. Does Blackridge Community Education Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Blackridge Community Education Association. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Blackridge Community Education Association? Blackridge Community Education Association does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC007382).