--- title: "Start-Up Stirling — check charity number SC035477 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Start-Up Stirling a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC035477. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Stirling. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/start-up-stirling retrieved: 2026-08-25T22:55:24.932Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Start-Up Stirling is a registered charity (number SC035477) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £447,692 (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 Start-Up Stirling? Registered charity number SC035477 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Stirling Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £447,692 Website [startupstirling.org.uk](https://startupstirling.org.uk/) ## What does Start-Up Stirling do? Help those facing hardship within the Stirling council area. This was initially done with Starter Packs, working alongside Stirling Council. Then we opened up Foodbanks providing crisis food support across the council area and now running 8 foodbanks every week alongside a delivery service for rural and infirm clients. Seeing a need for more than just food in the area, our foodbanks have expanded into hubs to provide support and pulling in other organisations to help our clients. Finally, we have piloted a counselling service in our rural communities. ## What causes is Start-Up Stirling registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Start-Up Stirling yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Start-Up Stirling 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=start-up-stirling&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://startupstirling.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Start-Up Stirling a legitimate charity? Yes. Start-Up Stirling is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC035477) 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 Start-Up Stirling's charity number? Start-Up Stirling's charity number is SC035477. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC035477? Search SC035477 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 Start-Up Stirling do? Help those facing hardship within the Stirling council area. This was initially done with Starter Packs, working alongside Stirling Council. Then we opened up Foodbanks providing crisis food support across the council area and now running 8 foodbanks every week alongside a delivery service for rural and infirm clients. Seeing a need for more than just food in the area, our foodbanks have expanded into hubs to provide support and pulling in other organisations to help our clients. Finally, we have piloted a counselling service in our rural communities. Does Start-Up Stirling have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Start-Up Stirling. 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 Start-Up Stirling? Start-Up Stirling's website is https://startupstirling.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=SC035477).