--- title: "The Portal Arts (SCIO) — check charity number SC042866 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Portal Arts (SCIO) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042866. the advancement of citizenship or community development 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-portal-arts-scio retrieved: 2026-08-27T18:26:04.342Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Portal Arts (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC042866) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science; 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 £273,920 (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 The Portal Arts (SCIO)? Registered charity number SC042866 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £273,920 ## What does The Portal Arts (SCIO) do? PLEASE SEE POINT 01 ABOVE. ## What causes is The Portal Arts (SCIO) registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe 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 The Portal Arts (SCIO) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Portal Arts (SCIO) 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-portal-arts-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Portal Arts (SCIO) a legitimate charity? Yes. The Portal Arts (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042866) 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 Portal Arts (SCIO)'s charity number? The Portal Arts (SCIO)'s charity number is SC042866. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC042866? Search SC042866 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 Portal Arts (SCIO) do? PLEASE SEE POINT 01 ABOVE. Does The Portal Arts (SCIO) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Portal Arts (SCIO). 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 Portal Arts (SCIO)? The Portal Arts (SCIO) 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=SC042866).