Tinderbox
Tinderbox is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of education, the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended, based in City of Edinburgh.
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Key facts
- Registered charity number
- SC042825
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
- Location
- City of Edinburgh
- Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)
- £440,504
- Website
- www.tinderboxcollective.org
What the charity does
From grass-roots youth work to award-winning productions, Tinderbox aims to ignite a spark in people – one which fills them with confidence, imagination and sense of possibility, and helps them achieve things they never thought possible. Our work uses music and the arts to bring people together and strengthen communities, providing exciting opportunities to those who need them most, and supporting young people to build their confidence, skills, self-esteem, and professional experience. Tinderbox offers a range of creative workshops, orchestra courses, arts residences and apprenticeship progr…
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Tinderbox a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Tinderbox is a registered charity (number SC042825) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register.
- What does Tinderbox do?
- From grass-roots youth work to award-winning productions, Tinderbox aims to ignite a spark in people – one which fills them with confidence, imagination and sense of possibility, and helps them achieve things they never thought possible. Our work uses music and the arts to bring people together and strengthen communities, providing exciting opportunities to those who need them most, and supporting young people to build their confidence, skills, self-esteem, and professional experience. Tinderbox offers a range of creative workshops, orchestra courses, arts residences and apprenticeship progr…
- How can I donate to Tinderbox?
- Tinderbox's website is http://www.tinderboxcollective.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 2026-07-17, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.