--- title: "Foundation of Global South Thinking — check charity number SC053856 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Foundation of Global South Thinking a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053856. the advancement of education 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/foundation-of-global-south-thinking retrieved: 2026-08-23T23:15:25.466Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Foundation of Global South Thinking is a registered charity (number SC053856) 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 education; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. 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 Foundation of Global South Thinking? Registered charity number SC053856 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh ## What does Foundation of Global South Thinking do? 5.1 The SCIO will promote, advance and further charitable purposes by supporting financially and otherwise students and academics predominately but not exclusively from or connected to the Global South, with a focus on the provision of:- 5.1.1 bursaries, grants and scholarships to students and academics from the Global South to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in humanities. 5.1.2 workshops and seminars for students to enhance academic capabilities and professional skills. and 5.1.3 a mentorship programme connecting students with professionals and academics. 5.2 In particular… ## What causes is Foundation of Global South Thinking registered for? the advancement of educationthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Foundation of Global South Thinking yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Foundation of Global South Thinking 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=foundation-of-global-south-thinking&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Foundation of Global South Thinking a legitimate charity? Yes. Foundation of Global South Thinking is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053856) 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 Foundation of Global South Thinking's charity number? Foundation of Global South Thinking's charity number is SC053856. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053856? Search SC053856 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 Foundation of Global South Thinking do? 5.1 The SCIO will promote, advance and further charitable purposes by supporting financially and otherwise students and academics predominately but not exclusively from or connected to the Global South, with a focus on the provision of:- 5.1.1 bursaries, grants and scholarships to students and academics from the Global South to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in humanities. 5.1.2 workshops and seminars for students to enhance academic capabilities and professional skills. and 5.1.3 a mentorship programme connecting students with professionals and academics. 5.2 In particular… Does Foundation of Global South Thinking have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Foundation of Global South Thinking. 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 Foundation of Global South Thinking? Foundation of Global South Thinking 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=SC053856).