--- title: "Dunbartonshire Concert Band — check charity number SC011887 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dunbartonshire Concert Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC011887. the advancement of education charity based in East Dunbartonshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dunbartonshire-concert-band retrieved: 2026-08-24T08:36:31.683Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dunbartonshire Concert Band is a registered charity (number SC011887) 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; 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 £16,523 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Dunbartonshire Concert Band? Registered charity number SC011887 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location East Dunbartonshire Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £16,523 Website [www.dunbartonshireconcertband.org.uk](http://www.dunbartonshireconcertband.org.uk/) ## What does Dunbartonshire Concert Band do? We provide regular rehearsals throughout the year to help with the continuous development of musicians of varying standards and ages. We are a community band with no auditions although all members must be able to read music and have achieved basic proficiency on their instrument. Although we give two ticketed concerts each year in order to raise funds the majority of our concerts operate at a loss and are in line with our ethos to bring music to the community wherever that may be eg hospitals, care homes etc, or where we are asked to provide music for other organisations event. ## What causes is Dunbartonshire Concert Band registered for? the advancement of educationthe 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 Dunbartonshire Concert Band yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dunbartonshire Concert Band 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=dunbartonshire-concert-band&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.dunbartonshireconcertband.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dunbartonshire Concert Band a legitimate charity? Yes. Dunbartonshire Concert Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC011887) 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 Dunbartonshire Concert Band's charity number? Dunbartonshire Concert Band's charity number is SC011887. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC011887? Search SC011887 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 Dunbartonshire Concert Band do? We provide regular rehearsals throughout the year to help with the continuous development of musicians of varying standards and ages. We are a community band with no auditions although all members must be able to read music and have achieved basic proficiency on their instrument. Although we give two ticketed concerts each year in order to raise funds the majority of our concerts operate at a loss and are in line with our ethos to bring music to the community wherever that may be eg hospitals, care homes etc, or where we are asked to provide music for other organisations event. Does Dunbartonshire Concert Band have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dunbartonshire Concert Band. 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 Dunbartonshire Concert Band? Dunbartonshire Concert Band's website is http://www.dunbartonshireconcertband.org.uk — 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=SC011887).