--- title: "Oca — check charity number SC053167 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Oca a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053167. the advancement of public participation in sport 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/oca-2 retrieved: 2026-08-23T02:12:47.581Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Oca is a registered charity (number SC053167) 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 public participation in sport; 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. 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 Oca? Registered charity number SC053167 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City Website [www.opencricketacademy.co.uk](https://www.opencricketacademy.co.uk/) ## What does Oca do? The organisation’s purposes are: To assist the advancement of public participation in the sport of cricket but not exclusively for the benefit of the Ethnic minority community in Glasgow and the rest of Scotland To provide recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities with the object of improving the health conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended To advance integration through sport of cricket to improve community cohesion for all and especially the above communities To do such other things pursuant to the a… ## What causes is Oca registered for? the advancement of public participation in sportthe 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 ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Oca yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Oca 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=oca-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.opencricketacademy.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Oca a legitimate charity? Yes. Oca is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053167) 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 Oca's charity number? Oca's charity number is SC053167. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053167? Search SC053167 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 Oca do? The organisation’s purposes are: To assist the advancement of public participation in the sport of cricket but not exclusively for the benefit of the Ethnic minority community in Glasgow and the rest of Scotland To provide recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities with the object of improving the health conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended To advance integration through sport of cricket to improve community cohesion for all and especially the above communities To do such other things pursuant to the a… Does Oca have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Oca. 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 Oca? Oca's website is https://www.opencricketacademy.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=SC053167).