--- title: "Scottish Borders District Union — check charity number SC054470 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Scottish Borders District Union a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054470. the advancement of public participation in sport charity based in Scottish Borders. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/scottish-borders-district-union retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:02:49.759Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Scottish Borders District Union is a registered charity (number SC054470) 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. 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 Scottish Borders District Union? Registered charity number SC054470 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Scottish Borders Website [www.sbdu.scot](http://www.sbdu.scot/) ## What does Scottish Borders District Union do? The company’s purpose is to advance the public participation in the sport of rugby. In furtherance of this the Company will: i. promote a unified voice for the Region on all issues related to rugby. ii. promote, encourage and extend the game of rugby within the Region. iii. represent the best interests of the Region in relation to any proposed change in SRU policy. and iv. conduct such affairs of the SRU within the Region as may be delegated to the Company by the SRU. ## What causes is Scottish Borders District Union registered for? the advancement of public participation in sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Scottish Borders District Union yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Scottish Borders District Union 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=scottish-borders-district-union&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.sbdu.scot/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Scottish Borders District Union a legitimate charity? Yes. Scottish Borders District Union is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054470) 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 Scottish Borders District Union's charity number? Scottish Borders District Union's charity number is SC054470. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054470? Search SC054470 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 Scottish Borders District Union do? The company’s purpose is to advance the public participation in the sport of rugby. In furtherance of this the Company will: i. promote a unified voice for the Region on all issues related to rugby. ii. promote, encourage and extend the game of rugby within the Region. iii. represent the best interests of the Region in relation to any proposed change in SRU policy. and iv. conduct such affairs of the SRU within the Region as may be delegated to the Company by the SRU. Does Scottish Borders District Union have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scottish Borders District Union. 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 Scottish Borders District Union? Scottish Borders District Union's website is http://www.sbdu.scot — 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=SC054470).