--- title: "Ympa — check charity number SC003208 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ympa a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC003208. the advancement of education charity based in Perth And Kinross. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ympa retrieved: 2026-08-23T02:12:41.234Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ympa is a registered charity (number SC003208) 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 education; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £2,314 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Ympa? Registered charity number SC003208 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Perth And Kinross Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £2,314 Website [www.ympa.info](http://www.ympa.info/) ## What does Ympa do? THE CHARITY WAS SET UP TO SUPPORT SCHOOL GE CHILDREN WITHIN PERTH AND KINROSS TO ACCESS INSTRUMENTAL TUITION AND MUSIC CAMPS WHO WOULD OTHERWISE NOT BE ABLE TO AFFORD IT THROUGH FUNDING OF PLACES, AND ALSO ASSISTING THE MUSIC SERVICE TO PURCHASE INSTRUMENTS SO MORE YOUNG PEOPLE CAN PLAY MUSIC IN THE AREA. WE PROVIDE FINANCE TO THEM TO MAKE THESE PURCHASES. MAKING MUSIC AVAILABLE TO ALL YOUNG PEOPLE IN THE AREA. ## What causes is Ympa registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ympa yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ympa 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=ympa&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ympa.info/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ympa a legitimate charity? Yes. Ympa is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC003208) 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 Ympa's charity number? Ympa's charity number is SC003208. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC003208? Search SC003208 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 Ympa do? THE CHARITY WAS SET UP TO SUPPORT SCHOOL GE CHILDREN WITHIN PERTH AND KINROSS TO ACCESS INSTRUMENTAL TUITION AND MUSIC CAMPS WHO WOULD OTHERWISE NOT BE ABLE TO AFFORD IT THROUGH FUNDING OF PLACES, AND ALSO ASSISTING THE MUSIC SERVICE TO PURCHASE INSTRUMENTS SO MORE YOUNG PEOPLE CAN PLAY MUSIC IN THE AREA. WE PROVIDE FINANCE TO THEM TO MAKE THESE PURCHASES. MAKING MUSIC AVAILABLE TO ALL YOUNG PEOPLE IN THE AREA. Does Ympa have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ympa. 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 Ympa? Ympa's website is http://www.ympa.info — 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=SC003208).