--- title: "Dhanakosa — check charity number SC054642 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dhanakosa a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054642. the advancement of religion charity based in Stirling. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dhanakosa retrieved: 2026-08-23T13:15:42.294Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dhanakosa is a registered charity (number SC054642) 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 religion. 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 Dhanakosa? Registered charity number SC054642 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Stirling ## What does Dhanakosa do? 4 The purposes of Dhanakosa are: The advancement of the Buddhist religion. In particular: (i) To provide residential retreats, online retreats, and other teaching and practice opportunities teaching Buddhism, and complementary disciplines where these can be demonstrated to further the purposes of the Charity. (ii) To encourage members and others to live in accordance with the teachings of the Buddha. (iii) To support ordained members of the Triratna Buddhist Order and other duly identified practicing Buddhists, at the discretion of the Board of the Trust. Including but not limited to the f… ## What causes is Dhanakosa registered for? the advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dhanakosa yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dhanakosa 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=dhanakosa&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dhanakosa a legitimate charity? Yes. Dhanakosa is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054642) 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 Dhanakosa's charity number? Dhanakosa's charity number is SC054642. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054642? Search SC054642 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 Dhanakosa do? 4 The purposes of Dhanakosa are: The advancement of the Buddhist religion. In particular: (i) To provide residential retreats, online retreats, and other teaching and practice opportunities teaching Buddhism, and complementary disciplines where these can be demonstrated to further the purposes of the Charity. (ii) To encourage members and others to live in accordance with the teachings of the Buddha. (iii) To support ordained members of the Triratna Buddhist Order and other duly identified practicing Buddhists, at the discretion of the Board of the Trust. Including but not limited to the f… Does Dhanakosa have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dhanakosa. 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 Dhanakosa? Dhanakosa 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=SC054642).