--- title: "FundingLab — check charity number SC040499 | CharityCompare" description: "Is FundingLab a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC040499. the advancement of education charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/fundinglab retrieved: 2026-08-19T10:25:24.401Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer FundingLab is a registered charity (number SC040499) 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 education; the advancement of citizenship or community development. 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 FundingLab? Registered charity number SC040499 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City ## What does FundingLab do? 4.1 to advance education, in particular (without prejudice to that generality) by helping young people living in disadvantaged communities where there is a lack of educational facilities. 4.2 to improve livelihoods through vocational or enterprise training, in particular (without prejudice to that generality) through the creation and deployment of a comprehensive and innovative educational package. 4.3 to promote citizenship and/or community development, in particular (without prejudice to that generality) by providing traditional academic tuition, and also developing key life skills to promo… ## What causes is FundingLab registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for FundingLab yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. FundingLab 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=fundinglab&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is FundingLab a legitimate charity? Yes. FundingLab is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC040499) 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 FundingLab's charity number? FundingLab's charity number is SC040499. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC040499? Search SC040499 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 FundingLab do? 4.1 to advance education, in particular (without prejudice to that generality) by helping young people living in disadvantaged communities where there is a lack of educational facilities. 4.2 to improve livelihoods through vocational or enterprise training, in particular (without prejudice to that generality) through the creation and deployment of a comprehensive and innovative educational package. 4.3 to promote citizenship and/or community development, in particular (without prejudice to that generality) by providing traditional academic tuition, and also developing key life skills to promo… Does FundingLab have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for FundingLab. 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 FundingLab? FundingLab 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=SC040499).