--- title: "On the Ball — check charity number SC055250 | CharityCompare" description: "Is On the Ball a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC055250. the advancement of public participation in sport charity based in North Lanarkshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/on-the-ball retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:23:00.170Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer On the Ball is a registered charity (number SC055250) 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 On the Ball? Registered charity number SC055250 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location North Lanarkshire ## What does On the Ball do? The Organisation has been formed to benefit the community of North Lanarkshire in the pursuit of sporting recreational facilities (the “Community”), with the following purposes (the “Purposes”): 4.1 The advancement of public participation in sport 4.2 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 ## What causes is On the Ball 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 On the Ball yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. On the Ball 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=on-the-ball&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is On the Ball a legitimate charity? Yes. On the Ball is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC055250) 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 On the Ball's charity number? On the Ball's charity number is SC055250. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC055250? Search SC055250 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 On the Ball do? The Organisation has been formed to benefit the community of North Lanarkshire in the pursuit of sporting recreational facilities (the “Community”), with the following purposes (the “Purposes”): 4.1 The advancement of public participation in sport 4.2 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 Does On the Ball have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for On the Ball. 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 On the Ball? On the Ball 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=SC055250).