--- title: "Pyra — check charity number SC052979 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Pyra a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052979. the advancement of public participation in sport charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/pyra retrieved: 2026-08-25T00:48:06.604Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Pyra is a registered charity (number SC052979) 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. Its latest reported income was £116 (year ending 2024-11-30). 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 Pyra? Registered charity number SC052979 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2024-11-30) £116 ## What does Pyra do? The Portobello Youth Rugby Academy (PYRA) is a Scottish charity set up to promote and develop youth rugby in the Portobello and Eastern Edinburgh community. The charity aims to foster sportsmanship, teamwork, and fair play while providing a safe and inclusive environment for the physical, mental, and social development of young players. We do this by coaching members in the rules of rugby, offering strength and nutrition training for a healthy lifestyle, and providing opportunities for young people to play the sport. To support these activities, we raise funds through donations and other mean… ## What causes is Pyra registered for? the advancement of public participation in sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Pyra yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Pyra 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=pyra&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Pyra a legitimate charity? Yes. Pyra is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052979) 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 Pyra's charity number? Pyra's charity number is SC052979. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC052979? Search SC052979 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 Pyra do? The Portobello Youth Rugby Academy (PYRA) is a Scottish charity set up to promote and develop youth rugby in the Portobello and Eastern Edinburgh community. The charity aims to foster sportsmanship, teamwork, and fair play while providing a safe and inclusive environment for the physical, mental, and social development of young players. We do this by coaching members in the rules of rugby, offering strength and nutrition training for a healthy lifestyle, and providing opportunities for young people to play the sport. To support these activities, we raise funds through donations and other mean… Does Pyra have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Pyra. 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 Pyra? Pyra 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=SC052979).