--- title: "Scops Arts Trust — check charity number SC050216 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Scops Arts Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050216. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science 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/scops-arts-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T13:16:13.732Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Scops Arts Trust is a registered charity (number SC050216) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £480,704 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Scops Arts Trust? Registered charity number SC050216 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 2024-12-31) £480,704 Website [www.scopsartstrust.org.uk](https://www.scopsartstrust.org.uk/) ## What does Scops Arts Trust do? The Objects of the Charity are to: (a) to enhance public access to, education about, and appreciation of the arts, in particular the performing arts. and (b) such other Charitable Purposes as the Trustees in their absolute discretion from time to time think fit. ## What causes is Scops Arts Trust registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Scops Arts Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Scops Arts Trust 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=scops-arts-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.scopsartstrust.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Scops Arts Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Scops Arts Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050216) 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 Scops Arts Trust's charity number? Scops Arts Trust's charity number is SC050216. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050216? Search SC050216 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 Scops Arts Trust do? The Objects of the Charity are to: (a) to enhance public access to, education about, and appreciation of the arts, in particular the performing arts. and (b) such other Charitable Purposes as the Trustees in their absolute discretion from time to time think fit. Does Scops Arts Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scops Arts Trust. 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 Scops Arts Trust? Scops Arts Trust's website is https://www.scopsartstrust.org.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=SC050216).