--- title: "Inspire — check charity number SC055283 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Inspire a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC055283. the advancement of health charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/inspire-2 retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:09:05.170Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Inspire is a registered charity (number SC055283) 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 health. 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 Inspire? Registered charity number SC055283 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO (Charitable Incorporated Organisation, E&W) Location Outwith Scotland Website [www.inspire-foundation.org.uk](http://www.inspire-foundation.org.uk/) ## What does Inspire do? To promote research and development of practical systems for people with damage to spinal cord by use of advances in electronic mechanical and medical technology ## What causes is Inspire registered for? the advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Inspire yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Inspire 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=inspire-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.inspire-foundation.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Inspire a legitimate charity? Yes. Inspire is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC055283) 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 Inspire's charity number? Inspire's charity number is SC055283. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC055283? Search SC055283 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 Inspire do? To promote research and development of practical systems for people with damage to spinal cord by use of advances in electronic mechanical and medical technology Does Inspire have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Inspire. 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 Inspire? Inspire's website is http://www.inspire-foundation.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=SC055283).