--- title: "Mapa — check charity number SC053752 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Mapa a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053752. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Scottish Borders. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/mapa retrieved: 2026-08-23T07:54:39.114Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Mapa is a registered charity (number SC053752) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science; the advancement of public participation in sport. 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 Mapa? Registered charity number SC053752 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Scottish Borders Website [www.mapa.scot](http://www.mapa.scot/) ## What does Mapa do? The organisation’s purposes are: (a) the advancement of citizenship or community development, (b) the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, (c) the advancement of public participation in sport, (d) the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended, (e) all of the above to promote integration and mutual understanding between Scottish and Polish communities by any means available, including cultural events, educ… ## What causes is Mapa registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of public participation in sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Mapa yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Mapa 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=mapa&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.mapa.scot/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Mapa a legitimate charity? Yes. Mapa is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053752) 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 Mapa's charity number? Mapa's charity number is SC053752. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053752? Search SC053752 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 Mapa do? The organisation’s purposes are: (a) the advancement of citizenship or community development, (b) the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, (c) the advancement of public participation in sport, (d) the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended, (e) all of the above to promote integration and mutual understanding between Scottish and Polish communities by any means available, including cultural events, educ… Does Mapa have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Mapa. 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 Mapa? Mapa's website is http://www.mapa.scot — 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=SC053752).