--- title: "Dumfries & Galloway Society For The Deaf — check charity number SC012388 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dumfries & Galloway Society For The Deaf a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC012388. the advancement of education charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dumfries-galloway-society-for-the-deaf retrieved: 2026-08-24T07:40:20.235Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dumfries & Galloway Society For The Deaf is a registered charity (number SC012388) 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 health; 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 £4,337 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Dumfries & Galloway Society For The Deaf? Registered charity number SC012388 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £4,337 ## What does Dumfries & Galloway Society For The Deaf do? Provide assistance to those with hearing impairment. ## What causes is Dumfries & Galloway Society For The Deaf registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe 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 Dumfries & Galloway Society For The Deaf yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dumfries & Galloway Society For The Deaf 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=dumfries-galloway-society-for-the-deaf&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dumfries & Galloway Society For The Deaf a legitimate charity? Yes. Dumfries & Galloway Society For The Deaf is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC012388) 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 Dumfries & Galloway Society For The Deaf's charity number? Dumfries & Galloway Society For The Deaf's charity number is SC012388. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC012388? Search SC012388 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 Dumfries & Galloway Society For The Deaf do? Provide assistance to those with hearing impairment. Does Dumfries & Galloway Society For The Deaf have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dumfries & Galloway Society For The Deaf. 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 Dumfries & Galloway Society For The Deaf? Dumfries & Galloway Society For The Deaf 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=SC012388).