--- title: "Heart — check charity number SC053302 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Heart a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053302. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Argyll And Bute. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/heart retrieved: 2026-08-23T18:47:15.086Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Heart is a registered charity (number SC053302) 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. 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 Heart? Registered charity number SC053302 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Argyll And Bute ## What does Heart do? To organise and provide a variety of community events within the Helensburgh & Lomond area. These events aim to foster community spirit and engagement, with all profits generated being used to support local causes and charities. To allocate grant funding to local causes and charities, derived from the profits of our events. The grants are intended to support projects and initiatives that contribute to the well-being of the local community, addressing local needs and improving the quality of life within the Helensburgh & Lomond area. ## What causes is Heart registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Heart yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Heart 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=heart&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Heart a legitimate charity? Yes. Heart is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053302) 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 Heart's charity number? Heart's charity number is SC053302. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053302? Search SC053302 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 Heart do? To organise and provide a variety of community events within the Helensburgh & Lomond area. These events aim to foster community spirit and engagement, with all profits generated being used to support local causes and charities. To allocate grant funding to local causes and charities, derived from the profits of our events. The grants are intended to support projects and initiatives that contribute to the well-being of the local community, addressing local needs and improving the quality of life within the Helensburgh & Lomond area. Does Heart have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Heart. 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 Heart? Heart 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=SC053302).