--- title: "The Gateway Project — check charity number SC044284 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Gateway Project a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044284. the promotion of equality and diversity charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-gateway-project retrieved: 2026-08-26T00:20:05.770Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Gateway Project is a registered charity (number SC044284) 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; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. 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 Gateway Project? Registered charity number SC044284 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Highland ## What does The Gateway Project do? 4.1 To offer profession, high quality support to those who have experienced rape and abuse, including mental, physical and sexual. 4.2 To offer support, information, signposting, advocacy and to help, women, men and young people affected by rape and abuse, no matter how long ago their experiences were. 4.3 To promote equality for, and the participation of women, men and young people in society to enable them to determine their own futures and have their voices heard. ## What causes is The Gateway Project registered for? the promotion of equality and diversitythe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Gateway Project yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Gateway 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=the-gateway-project&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Gateway Project a legitimate charity? Yes. The Gateway Project is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044284) 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 Gateway Project's charity number? The Gateway Project's charity number is SC044284. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044284? Search SC044284 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 Gateway Project do? 4.1 To offer profession, high quality support to those who have experienced rape and abuse, including mental, physical and sexual. 4.2 To offer support, information, signposting, advocacy and to help, women, men and young people affected by rape and abuse, no matter how long ago their experiences were. 4.3 To promote equality for, and the participation of women, men and young people in society to enable them to determine their own futures and have their voices heard. Does The Gateway Project have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Gateway 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 The Gateway Project? The Gateway Project does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC044284).