--- title: "Dundee U3A — check charity number SC022156 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dundee U3A a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC022156. the advancement of education charity based in Dundee City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dundee-u3a retrieved: 2026-08-24T08:32:08.157Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dundee U3A is a registered charity (number SC022156) 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. Its latest reported income was £27,679 (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 Dundee U3A? Registered charity number SC022156 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Dundee City Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £27,679 Website [dundee.u3asite.uk](http://dundee.u3asite.uk/) ## What does Dundee U3A do? Dundee u3a has been active for over 30 years and is proud to be one of the longest running groups in Scotland alongside Perth & Edinburgh.We have over 40 interest groups and welcome new members. There is no minimum age, but a focus on people who are no longer in full-time employment or raising a family .(eg retired, non employed or employed part time, with spare time to be involved in our interest groups )Our founders envisaged a collaborative approach with peers learning from each other. The u3a movement was to be self-funded, with members not working towards qualifications but learning pur… ## What causes is Dundee U3A registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dundee U3A yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dundee U3A 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=dundee-u3a&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://dundee.u3asite.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dundee U3A a legitimate charity? Yes. Dundee U3A is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC022156) 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 Dundee U3A's charity number? Dundee U3A's charity number is SC022156. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC022156? Search SC022156 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 Dundee U3A do? Dundee u3a has been active for over 30 years and is proud to be one of the longest running groups in Scotland alongside Perth & Edinburgh.We have over 40 interest groups and welcome new members. There is no minimum age, but a focus on people who are no longer in full-time employment or raising a family .(eg retired, non employed or employed part time, with spare time to be involved in our interest groups )Our founders envisaged a collaborative approach with peers learning from each other. The u3a movement was to be self-funded, with members not working towards qualifications but learning pur… Does Dundee U3A have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dundee U3A. 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 Dundee U3A? Dundee U3A's website is http://dundee.u3asite.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=SC022156).