--- title: "Next Step Foundation — check charity number SC048391 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Next Step Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048391. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/next-step-foundation-2 retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:36:58.184Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Next Step Foundation is a registered charity (number SC048391) 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 public participation in sport; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. 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 Next Step Foundation? Registered charity number SC048391 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City ## What does Next Step Foundation do? 4 The organisation's purposes are: 4.1 The advancement of community development through promoting sport as a tool for change and as means of reducing social isolation and enhancing community cohesion, from grassroots level and upwards. 4.2 To promote public participation in sport by encouraging engagement from the most excluded in society, including women and girls, people with disabilities, those in lower socio-economic groups and older people. and 4.3 The relief of those in need by providing mental health and employability support to help people through key periods of transition, in par… ## What causes is Next Step Foundation registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of public participation in sportthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Next Step Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Next Step 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=next-step-foundation-2&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Next Step Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. Next Step Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048391) 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 Next Step Foundation's charity number? Next Step Foundation's charity number is SC048391. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048391? Search SC048391 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 Next Step Foundation do? 4 The organisation's purposes are: 4.1 The advancement of community development through promoting sport as a tool for change and as means of reducing social isolation and enhancing community cohesion, from grassroots level and upwards. 4.2 To promote public participation in sport by encouraging engagement from the most excluded in society, including women and girls, people with disabilities, those in lower socio-economic groups and older people. and 4.3 The relief of those in need by providing mental health and employability support to help people through key periods of transition, in par… Does Next Step Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Next Step 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 Next Step Foundation? Next Step Foundation does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC048391).