--- title: "Groundswell Scotland — charity SC053970" description: "Groundswell Scotland (charity SC053970). Check registration, activities, accounts and official sources. Independent UK charity profile." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/groundswell-scotland retrieved: 2026-09-23T06:38:30.617Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Groundswell Scotland is listed as a registered charity (number SC053970) in the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data used for this profile. Verify its current status and contact details on the live register before donating. It is registered for: the advancement of health; the advancement of citizenship or community development; the advancement of public participation in sport. CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score can be added when it enters our detailed scoring dataset. ## What are the key facts about Groundswell Scotland? Registered charity number SC053970 Status in source extract Registered Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Register contact locality (not service coverage) East Lothian Website [Www.groundswell-scotland.org](http://www.groundswell-scotland.org/) ## What does Groundswell Scotland do? The organisation’s purposes are: 4.1 The advancement of citizenship or community development through Groundswell Scotland's 'Surf Therapy' curriculum is grounded in positive psychology, somatic and arts-based therapy modalities and mindfulness practices which support the advancement of surf therapy research and best practices delivering activities for Women, cis or trans who are recovering from trauma which are aimed to address mental health inequalities, cost-of-living, social economic disadvantage to develop sustainable communities, friendships, improve physical and mental health while con… ## What causes is Groundswell Scotland registered for? the advancement of healththe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of public participation in sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Groundswell Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Groundswell Scotland 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. A rating can be added when the charity enters our scoring dataset with enough filing data. Payment never influences a rating. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## What should you check before donating to Groundswell Scotland? - Match the registered name and number to the appeal. A real charity number can be copied by someone impersonating the organisation. - Open the current register entry to check status, contact details and available accounts. This profile reflects a dated extract. - Read the charity’s annual report for its work and results. An unrated profile means we lack a full assessment; it is not a negative rating. [How to read charity accounts](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/guides/how-to-read-accounts) · [Explore rated charities](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity-directory) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional partner plans add a logo, photos and featured visibility; claiming itself is always free and never changes a score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=groundswell-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.groundswell-scotland.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Groundswell Scotland a legitimate charity? The register data used for this profile lists Groundswell Scotland as a registered charity (number SC053970) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating. What is Groundswell Scotland's charity number? Groundswell Scotland's charity number is SC053970. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053970? Search SC053970 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 Groundswell Scotland do? The organisation’s purposes are: 4.1 The advancement of citizenship or community development through Groundswell Scotland's 'Surf Therapy' curriculum is grounded in positive psychology, somatic and arts-based therapy modalities and mindfulness practices which support the advancement of surf therapy research and best practices delivering activities for Women, cis or trans who are recovering from trauma which are aimed to address mental health inequalities, cost-of-living, social economic disadvantage to develop sustainable communities, friendships, improve physical and mental health while con… Does Groundswell Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Groundswell Scotland. 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 Groundswell Scotland? Groundswell Scotland's website listed in our register data is http://Www.groundswell-scotland.org. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-09-23, 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=SC053970).