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title: "Fosc — check charity number SC053850 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Fosc a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053850. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/fosc-2
retrieved: 2026-08-23T23:09:17.409Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Fosc is a registered charity (number SC053850) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. 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 Fosc?

Registered charity number

SC053850

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Location

Highland

## What does Fosc do?

The advancement of education, culture and heritage. This will be achieved by using and maintaining the building as a key community asset.

## What causes is Fosc registered for?

the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Fosc yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Fosc 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.
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[Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=fosc-2&type=claim)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Fosc a legitimate charity?

Yes. Fosc is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053850) 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 Fosc's charity number?

Fosc's charity number is SC053850. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC053850?

Search SC053850 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 Fosc do?

The advancement of education, culture and heritage. This will be achieved by using and maintaining the building as a key community asset.

Does Fosc have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Fosc. 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 Fosc?

Fosc 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=SC053850).