--- title: "FoLM — check charity number SC052542 | CharityCompare" description: "Is FoLM a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052542. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Fife. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/folm retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:40:33.548Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer FoLM is a registered charity (number SC052542) 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 citizenship or community development; 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. Its latest reported income was £69,623 (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 FoLM? Registered charity number SC052542 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Fife Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £69,623 ## What does FoLM do? Advance environmental protection and/or improvement within LMCP through supporting the maintenance, conservation and/or improvement of the facility. advance heritage, particularly among users of LMCP, including increasing public knowledge of the history. supporting the preservation and improvement for the benefit of the general public, the historical, architectural or constructional heritage that may exist within LMCP in buildings (including any structure or erection and any part of a building as so defined) of particular beauty or historical, architectural or constructional interest. support… ## What causes is FoLM registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe 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 ## Why is there no Clarity Score for FoLM yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. FoLM 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=folm&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is FoLM a legitimate charity? Yes. FoLM is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052542) 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 FoLM's charity number? FoLM's charity number is SC052542. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC052542? Search SC052542 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 FoLM do? Advance environmental protection and/or improvement within LMCP through supporting the maintenance, conservation and/or improvement of the facility. advance heritage, particularly among users of LMCP, including increasing public knowledge of the history. supporting the preservation and improvement for the benefit of the general public, the historical, architectural or constructional heritage that may exist within LMCP in buildings (including any structure or erection and any part of a building as so defined) of particular beauty or historical, architectural or constructional interest. support… Does FoLM have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for FoLM. 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 FoLM? FoLM 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=SC052542).