--- title: "Sporting Start — check charity number SC048015 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Sporting Start a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048015. 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/sporting-start retrieved: 2026-08-25T07:19:07.557Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Sporting Start is a registered charity (number SC048015) 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 £20,742 (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 Sporting Start? Registered charity number SC048015 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £20,742 Website [www.sportingstart.org](http://www.sportingstart.org/) ## What does Sporting Start do? To enable deprived children who would not otherwise get the chance to participate in sport. We do this by awarding grants to organisations who are able to provide sports to the most deprived areas of Edinburgh and the Lothians. ## What causes is Sporting Start registered for? the advancement of public participation in sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Sporting Start yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Sporting 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=sporting-start&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.sportingstart.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Sporting Start a legitimate charity? Yes. Sporting Start is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048015) 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 Sporting Start's charity number? Sporting Start's charity number is SC048015. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048015? Search SC048015 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 Sporting Start do? To enable deprived children who would not otherwise get the chance to participate in sport. We do this by awarding grants to organisations who are able to provide sports to the most deprived areas of Edinburgh and the Lothians. Does Sporting Start have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Sporting 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 Sporting Start? Sporting Start's website is http://www.sportingstart.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=SC048015).