--- title: "Mama — check charity number SC050568 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Mama a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050568. the advancement of education charity based in East Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/mama retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:48:45.252Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Mama is a registered charity (number SC050568) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £37,527 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Mama? Registered charity number SC050568 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location East Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £37,527 Website [www.mama-musical.co.uk](https://www.mama-musical.co.uk/) ## What does Mama do? Musselburgh Amateur Musical Association (MAMA) recruits' people from a young age and gives people experience in stagecraft and an education in music and musical theatre. As an organisation we give people the opportunity to take part in theatrical productions and the opportunity to socialise with different social groups and cultures. People have a variety of opportunities. acting, singing, dancing, backstage, technical and commercial aspects of running a theatre company for the community to enjoy. Alongside this, we regularly take part in community events. ## What causes is Mama registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Mama yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Mama 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=mama&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.mama-musical.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Mama a legitimate charity? Yes. Mama is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050568) 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 Mama's charity number? Mama's charity number is SC050568. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050568? Search SC050568 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 Mama do? Musselburgh Amateur Musical Association (MAMA) recruits' people from a young age and gives people experience in stagecraft and an education in music and musical theatre. As an organisation we give people the opportunity to take part in theatrical productions and the opportunity to socialise with different social groups and cultures. People have a variety of opportunities. acting, singing, dancing, backstage, technical and commercial aspects of running a theatre company for the community to enjoy. Alongside this, we regularly take part in community events. Does Mama have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Mama. 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 Mama? Mama's website is https://www.mama-musical.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=SC050568).