--- title: "Ebb — check charity number SC053766 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ebb a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053766. the advancement of health charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ebb retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:49:32.834Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ebb is a registered charity (number SC053766) 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 health. 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 Ebb? Registered charity number SC053766 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Website [edinburghblueballs.co.uk](http://edinburghblueballs.co.uk/) ## What does Ebb do? The organisation’s purposes are: I. to advance the awareness of mental health, stigma and advocating for positive mental health and wellbeing. II. To promote positive mental health and wellbeing and create initiatives and programmes to support dialogue, encourage health and wellbeing through activities including but not limited to cold water bathing as a therapy and to create a community for collective sharing of experience. III. To provide opportunities to engage in open conversations and dialogue about men’s mental health via a range of promotional materials and via social media. ## What causes is Ebb registered for? the advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ebb yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ebb 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=ebb&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://edinburghblueballs.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ebb a legitimate charity? Yes. Ebb is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053766) 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 Ebb's charity number? Ebb's charity number is SC053766. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053766? Search SC053766 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 Ebb do? The organisation’s purposes are: I. to advance the awareness of mental health, stigma and advocating for positive mental health and wellbeing. II. To promote positive mental health and wellbeing and create initiatives and programmes to support dialogue, encourage health and wellbeing through activities including but not limited to cold water bathing as a therapy and to create a community for collective sharing of experience. III. To provide opportunities to engage in open conversations and dialogue about men’s mental health via a range of promotional materials and via social media. Does Ebb have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ebb. 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 Ebb? Ebb's website is http://edinburghblueballs.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=SC053766).