--- title: "Nesta — check charity number SC042833 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Nesta a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042833. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/nesta-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T07:31:16.806Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Nesta is a registered charity (number SC042833) 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; the advancement of health. Its latest reported income was £55,306,000 (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 Nesta? Registered charity number SC042833 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £55,306,000 Website [www.nesta.org.uk](http://www.nesta.org.uk/) ## What does Nesta do? The objects of the Charity are for the public benefit: 2.1 To advance education, and in particular the study of innovation, by the promotion of research and the publication of the useful results thereof, in: 2.1.1 Science and technology. 2.1.2 The arts. 2.1.3 The efficiency of public services. 2.1.4 The Voluntary sector and social enterprise. and 2.1.5 Industry and commerce. 2.2 To advance: 2.2.1 Science and technology 2.2.2 The arts 2.2.3 The efficiency of public services 2.2.4 The voluntary sector 2.2.5 Industry and commerce and social enterprise which (a) Relieves poverty (b) Relieves unem… ## What causes is Nesta registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Nesta yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Nesta 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=nesta-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.nesta.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Nesta a legitimate charity? Yes. Nesta is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042833) 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 Nesta's charity number? Nesta's charity number is SC042833. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC042833? Search SC042833 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 Nesta do? The objects of the Charity are for the public benefit: 2.1 To advance education, and in particular the study of innovation, by the promotion of research and the publication of the useful results thereof, in: 2.1.1 Science and technology. 2.1.2 The arts. 2.1.3 The efficiency of public services. 2.1.4 The Voluntary sector and social enterprise. and 2.1.5 Industry and commerce. 2.2 To advance: 2.2.1 Science and technology 2.2.2 The arts 2.2.3 The efficiency of public services 2.2.4 The voluntary sector 2.2.5 Industry and commerce and social enterprise which (a) Relieves poverty (b) Relieves unem… Does Nesta have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Nesta. 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 Nesta? Nesta's website is http://www.nesta.org.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=SC042833).