--- title: "The BIT Collective — check charity number SC054941 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The BIT Collective a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054941. the promotion of equality and diversity charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-bit-collective retrieved: 2026-08-24T05:58:37.169Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The BIT Collective is a registered charity (number SC054941) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the promotion of equality and diversity. 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 The BIT Collective? Registered charity number SC054941 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City Website [www.thebitcollective.co.uk](https://www.thebitcollective.co.uk/) ## What does The BIT Collective do? The BIT Collective's purposes are: a. To identify, explore and address gender and inequality issues within the folk and traditional arts sector in Scotland. b. To instigate positive change by gathering and analysing data, facilitating discussion, providing support and inspiring progressive action towards gender equality in the folk and traditional arts sector in Scotland. ## What causes is The BIT Collective registered for? the promotion of equality and diversity ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The BIT Collective yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The BIT Collective 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=the-bit-collective&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.thebitcollective.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The BIT Collective a legitimate charity? Yes. The BIT Collective is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054941) 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 The BIT Collective's charity number? The BIT Collective's charity number is SC054941. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054941? Search SC054941 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 The BIT Collective do? The BIT Collective's purposes are: a. To identify, explore and address gender and inequality issues within the folk and traditional arts sector in Scotland. b. To instigate positive change by gathering and analysing data, facilitating discussion, providing support and inspiring progressive action towards gender equality in the folk and traditional arts sector in Scotland. Does The BIT Collective have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The BIT Collective. 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 The BIT Collective? The BIT Collective's website is https://www.thebitcollective.co.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=SC054941).