--- title: "Busby AFC — check charity number SC049935 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Busby AFC a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049935. the advancement of public participation in sport charity based in East Renfrewshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/busby-afc retrieved: 2026-08-19T11:33:12.664Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Busby AFC is a registered charity (number SC049935) 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 public participation in sport. Its latest reported income was £122,770 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Busby AFC? Registered charity number SC049935 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location East Renfrewshire Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £122,770 Website [busbyafc.co.uk](http://busbyafc.co.uk/) ## What does Busby AFC do? The club is constituted to encourage and promote the advancement of public participation in football within the community of Busby and surrounding areas. Currently we have around 200 players - boys and girls starting from the age of under 5’s and men’s Scottish Amateurs and an Over 35’s teams. All teams are coached by volunteers who have the relevant coaching and first aid qualifications. The club is funded from players monthly subscriptions, donations, fundraising and also sponsorship from a few local businesses. ## What causes is Busby AFC registered for? the advancement of public participation in sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Busby AFC yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Busby AFC 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=busby-afc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://busbyafc.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Busby AFC a legitimate charity? Yes. Busby AFC is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049935) 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 Busby AFC's charity number? Busby AFC's charity number is SC049935. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049935? Search SC049935 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 Busby AFC do? The club is constituted to encourage and promote the advancement of public participation in football within the community of Busby and surrounding areas. Currently we have around 200 players - boys and girls starting from the age of under 5’s and men’s Scottish Amateurs and an Over 35’s teams. All teams are coached by volunteers who have the relevant coaching and first aid qualifications. The club is funded from players monthly subscriptions, donations, fundraising and also sponsorship from a few local businesses. Does Busby AFC have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Busby AFC. 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 Busby AFC? Busby AFC's website is http://busbyafc.co.uk — 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=SC049935).