--- title: "Bootstock Association — check charity number SC036225 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bootstock Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC036225. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bootstock-association retrieved: 2026-08-18T23:21:54.775Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bootstock Association is a registered charity (number SC036225) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education. Its latest reported income was £19,533 (year ending 2026-03-31). 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 Bootstock Association? Registered charity number SC036225 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £19,533 Website [www.bootstock.org](http://www.bootstock.org/) ## What does Bootstock Association do? Our purposes as recorded in our constitution are: • The advancement of education • The relief of poverty These objectives are met by creating educational opportunities for disadvantaged children in Nepal. Namely children whose education has either ceased or been severely disrupted due to economic hardship, or whose opportunities have been greatly limited due to gender or ethnic status. ## What causes is Bootstock Association registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bootstock Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bootstock 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=bootstock-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bootstock.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bootstock Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Bootstock Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC036225) 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 Bootstock Association's charity number? Bootstock Association's charity number is SC036225. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC036225? Search SC036225 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 Bootstock Association do? Our purposes as recorded in our constitution are: • The advancement of education • The relief of poverty These objectives are met by creating educational opportunities for disadvantaged children in Nepal. Namely children whose education has either ceased or been severely disrupted due to economic hardship, or whose opportunities have been greatly limited due to gender or ethnic status. Does Bootstock Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bootstock 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 Bootstock Association? Bootstock Association's website is http://www.bootstock.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on 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=SC036225).