--- title: "Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre SCIO — check charity number SC048275 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre SCIO a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048275. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/edinburgh-jewish-cultural-centre-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:20:23.673Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre SCIO is a registered charity (number SC048275) 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 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; the promotion of religious or racial harmony. Its latest reported income was £18,574 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre SCIO? Registered charity number SC048275 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £18,574 Website [jcc.scot](https://jcc.scot/) ## What does Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre SCIO do? Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre, in partnership with like-minded organisations, seeks to celebrate and share Judaism and Jewish culture with people of all faiths and none, Jews and non-Jews, Edinburgh folk and visitors to our great city, as we create a dynamic and vibrant Jewish life for the 21st Century. ## What causes is Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre SCIO registered for? the 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 intendedthe promotion of religious or racial harmony ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre SCIO yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre SCIO 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=edinburgh-jewish-cultural-centre-scio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://jcc.scot/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre SCIO a legitimate charity? Yes. Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre SCIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048275) 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 Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre SCIO's charity number? Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre SCIO's charity number is SC048275. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048275? Search SC048275 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 Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre SCIO do? Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre, in partnership with like-minded organisations, seeks to celebrate and share Judaism and Jewish culture with people of all faiths and none, Jews and non-Jews, Edinburgh folk and visitors to our great city, as we create a dynamic and vibrant Jewish life for the 21st Century. Does Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre SCIO have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre SCIO. 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 Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre SCIO? Edinburgh Jewish Cultural Centre SCIO's website is https://jcc.scot/ — 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=SC048275).