--- title: "InspirAlba — check charity number SC040666 | CharityCompare" description: "Is InspirAlba a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC040666. the advancement of education 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/inspiralba retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:23:25.428Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer InspirAlba is a registered charity (number SC040666) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £1,352,692 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 InspirAlba? Registered charity number SC040666 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Argyll And Bute Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £1,352,692 Website [www.inspiralba.org.uk](http://www.inspiralba.org.uk/) ## What does InspirAlba do? Inspiralba supports employability opportunities for unemployed people and parents on low income. We lead a partnership of third sector organisations to deliver employability support across Argyll and Bute. We also provide business support to other community led enterprises and host the rural social enterprise hub for networking, learning exchange, information and advocacy. Inspiralba takes creative approaches, working in partnership, to enable positive social and environmental impact, incorporating fairness & equality and the appreciation of people and place. With a focus on wider well-be… ## What causes is InspirAlba registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for InspirAlba yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. InspirAlba 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=inspiralba&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.inspiralba.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is InspirAlba a legitimate charity? Yes. InspirAlba is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC040666) 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 InspirAlba's charity number? InspirAlba's charity number is SC040666. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC040666? Search SC040666 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 InspirAlba do? Inspiralba supports employability opportunities for unemployed people and parents on low income. We lead a partnership of third sector organisations to deliver employability support across Argyll and Bute. We also provide business support to other community led enterprises and host the rural social enterprise hub for networking, learning exchange, information and advocacy. Inspiralba takes creative approaches, working in partnership, to enable positive social and environmental impact, incorporating fairness & equality and the appreciation of people and place. With a focus on wider well-be… Does InspirAlba have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for InspirAlba. 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 InspirAlba? InspirAlba's website is http://www.inspiralba.org.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=SC040666).