--- title: "Operation Heart Start — check charity number SC002319 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Operation Heart Start a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC002319. the saving of lives charity based in Fife. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/operation-heart-start retrieved: 2026-08-23T11:15:46.366Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Operation Heart Start is a registered charity (number SC002319) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £8,219 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Operation Heart Start? Registered charity number SC002319 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Fife Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £8,219 Website [www.heartstart.org](http://www.heartstart.org/) ## What does Operation Heart Start do? To undertake or promote any charitable work approved by the committee and in particular: 1) To purchase defibrillators and other associated medical equipment, as may be determined from time to time by the Committee, for the use in emergency medical treatment in the locality of St Andrews and District. 2) To undertake and make funds available for public awareness training in Basic Life Support and the use of public access defibrillators. 3) The Committee may at their discretion, delegate the organisation of training to any properly constituted group fulfilling the criteria laid down by the Res… ## What causes is Operation Heart Start registered for? the saving of lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Operation Heart Start yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Operation Heart Start 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=operation-heart-start&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.heartstart.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Operation Heart Start a legitimate charity? Yes. Operation Heart Start is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC002319) 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 Operation Heart Start's charity number? Operation Heart Start's charity number is SC002319. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC002319? Search SC002319 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 Operation Heart Start do? To undertake or promote any charitable work approved by the committee and in particular: 1) To purchase defibrillators and other associated medical equipment, as may be determined from time to time by the Committee, for the use in emergency medical treatment in the locality of St Andrews and District. 2) To undertake and make funds available for public awareness training in Basic Life Support and the use of public access defibrillators. 3) The Committee may at their discretion, delegate the organisation of training to any properly constituted group fulfilling the criteria laid down by the Res… Does Operation Heart Start have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Operation Heart Start. 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 Operation Heart Start? Operation Heart Start's website is http://www.heartstart.org — 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=SC002319).