--- title: "Deerness Community Association — check charity number SC044828 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Deerness Community Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044828. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Orkney Islands. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/deerness-community-association retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:05:02.479Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Deerness Community Association is a registered charity (number SC044828) 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 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 £33,947 (year ending 2026-03-31). 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 Deerness Community Association? Registered charity number SC044828 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Orkney Islands Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £33,947 ## What does Deerness Community Association do? We look after the running and maintenance of the local community hall together with an adjoining play area, campsite and the grounds which include trees and a fenced paddock. We enable various groups to use the hall and local can hire it for sports or leisure activities. ## What causes is Deerness Community Association registered for? the 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 Deerness Community Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Deerness Community Association 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=deerness-community-association&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Deerness Community Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Deerness Community Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044828) 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 Deerness Community Association's charity number? Deerness Community Association's charity number is SC044828. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044828? Search SC044828 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 Deerness Community Association do? We look after the running and maintenance of the local community hall together with an adjoining play area, campsite and the grounds which include trees and a fenced paddock. We enable various groups to use the hall and local can hire it for sports or leisure activities. Does Deerness Community Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Deerness Community Association. 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 Deerness Community Association? Deerness Community Association 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=SC044828).