--- title: "Stepping Out Project — check charity number SC032371 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Stepping Out Project a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC032371. the advancement of health charity based in East Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/stepping-out-project retrieved: 2026-08-25T22:54:09.342Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Stepping Out Project is a registered charity (number SC032371) 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 health; the advancement of citizenship or community development; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £136,491 (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 Stepping Out Project? Registered charity number SC032371 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location East Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £136,491 Website [www.steppingouteastlothian.org](http://www.steppingouteastlothian.org/) ## What does Stepping Out Project do? We are set up to help people with severe and enduring mental health conditions have a better quality of life and raise awareness to others. To do this we are a member led charity who use a person centred approach offering a wide range of activities and support to increase confidence, help in decision making and encourage independence connecting with other groups eg, home start, dads to be, health visitors, community councils and also local clubs and hubs. We focus on empowerment and resilience helping members discover strategies that work for them including a personalised programme of activ… ## What causes is Stepping Out Project registered for? the advancement of healththe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Stepping Out Project yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Stepping Out Project 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=stepping-out-project&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.steppingouteastlothian.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Stepping Out Project a legitimate charity? Yes. Stepping Out Project is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC032371) 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 Stepping Out Project's charity number? Stepping Out Project's charity number is SC032371. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC032371? Search SC032371 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 Stepping Out Project do? We are set up to help people with severe and enduring mental health conditions have a better quality of life and raise awareness to others. To do this we are a member led charity who use a person centred approach offering a wide range of activities and support to increase confidence, help in decision making and encourage independence connecting with other groups eg, home start, dads to be, health visitors, community councils and also local clubs and hubs. We focus on empowerment and resilience helping members discover strategies that work for them including a personalised programme of activ… Does Stepping Out Project have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Stepping Out Project. 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 Stepping Out Project? Stepping Out Project's website is http://www.steppingouteastlothian.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=SC032371).