--- title: "Fss — check charity number SC051722 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Fss a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC051722. the advancement of education charity based in Fife. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/fss retrieved: 2026-08-25T10:17:15.508Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Fss is a registered charity (number SC051722) 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 advancement of environmental protection or improvement. 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 Fss? Registered charity number SC051722 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Fife ## What does Fss do? The organisation is established for charitable purposes only, and in particular, the objectives are: To save our seas. through getting children (age 5-16) together, to educate about, raise awareness of, and confront the issues which threaten our marine environment. To support education about marine protection and conservation locally, regionally and globally and facilitate community engagement in the issues. The area within which the organisation shall operate (in this constitution referred to as the 'Area of Benefit') shall be THE EAST OF SCOTLAND The organisation shall promote (but not… ## What causes is Fss registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Fss yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Fss 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=fss&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Fss a legitimate charity? Yes. Fss is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC051722) 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 Fss's charity number? Fss's charity number is SC051722. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC051722? Search SC051722 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 Fss do? The organisation is established for charitable purposes only, and in particular, the objectives are: To save our seas. through getting children (age 5-16) together, to educate about, raise awareness of, and confront the issues which threaten our marine environment. To support education about marine protection and conservation locally, regionally and globally and facilitate community engagement in the issues. The area within which the organisation shall operate (in this constitution referred to as the 'Area of Benefit') shall be THE EAST OF SCOTLAND The organisation shall promote (but not… Does Fss have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Fss. 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 Fss? Fss 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=SC051722).