--- title: "HIT Scotland — check charity number SC047053 | CharityCompare" description: "Is HIT Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047053. the advancement of education charity based in Perth And Kinross. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/hit-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-24T12:08:29.352Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer HIT Scotland is a registered charity (number SC047053) 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. Its latest reported income was £848,834 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 HIT Scotland? Registered charity number SC047053 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Perth And Kinross Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £848,834 Website [hitscotland.co.uk](https://hitscotland.co.uk/) ## What does HIT Scotland do? To help people in Scotland ,either studying or working in the Hospitality and Catering Industry , improve their skills and levels of attainment and in so doing raise standards generally within the industry. This is done by offering bespoke support through a programme of grants , scholarships and sponsorships. ## What causes is HIT Scotland 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 HIT Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. HIT Scotland 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=hit-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://hitscotland.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is HIT Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. HIT Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047053) 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 HIT Scotland's charity number? HIT Scotland's charity number is SC047053. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047053? Search SC047053 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 HIT Scotland do? To help people in Scotland ,either studying or working in the Hospitality and Catering Industry , improve their skills and levels of attainment and in so doing raise standards generally within the industry. This is done by offering bespoke support through a programme of grants , scholarships and sponsorships. Does HIT Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for HIT Scotland. 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 HIT Scotland? HIT Scotland's website is https://hitscotland.co.uk/ — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on 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=SC047053).