--- title: "Lightup Foundation — check charity number SC043020 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Lightup Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC043020. the prevention or relief of poverty 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/lightup-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-23T20:59:18.686Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Lightup Foundation is a registered charity (number SC043020) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £20,404 (year ending 2025-02-28). 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 Lightup Foundation? Registered charity number SC043020 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-02-28) £20,404 Website [www.lightupfoundation.org](http://www.lightupfoundation.org/) ## What does Lightup Foundation do? 3.1. The prevention or relief of poverty or financial hardship anywhere in the world by providing grants, items and services to individuals in need and other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty 3.2. The prevention or relief of poverty or financial hardship anywhere in the world by providing or assisting in the provision of education, training, healthcare projects and all necessary support designed to enable individuals to generate a sustainable income and be all self sufficient 3.3. To advance in life and help young people through providing support and activities which develop… ## What causes is Lightup Foundation registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Lightup Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Lightup Foundation 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=lightup-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.lightupfoundation.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Lightup Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. Lightup Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC043020) 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 Lightup Foundation's charity number? Lightup Foundation's charity number is SC043020. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC043020? Search SC043020 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 Lightup Foundation do? 3.1. The prevention or relief of poverty or financial hardship anywhere in the world by providing grants, items and services to individuals in need and other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty 3.2. The prevention or relief of poverty or financial hardship anywhere in the world by providing or assisting in the provision of education, training, healthcare projects and all necessary support designed to enable individuals to generate a sustainable income and be all self sufficient 3.3. To advance in life and help young people through providing support and activities which develop… Does Lightup Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lightup Foundation. 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 Lightup Foundation? Lightup Foundation's website is http://www.lightupfoundation.org — 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=SC043020).