--- title: "Elgin City Band — check charity number SC041045 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Elgin City Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC041045. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Moray. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/elgin-city-band retrieved: 2026-08-23T21:52:49.896Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Elgin City Band is a registered charity (number SC041045) 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. Its latest reported income was £4,355 (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 Elgin City Band? Registered charity number SC041045 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Moray Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £4,355 ## What does Elgin City Band do? Elgin City Band performs in public as requested and raises funds at community events. It rehearses weekly with direction from a conductor and with regular attendance of local volunteer musicians it maintains as high a standad of musicianship as possible. ## What causes is Elgin City Band registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Elgin City Band yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Elgin City 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=elgin-city-band&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Elgin City Band a legitimate charity? Yes. Elgin City Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC041045) 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 Elgin City Band's charity number? Elgin City Band's charity number is SC041045. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC041045? Search SC041045 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 Elgin City Band do? Elgin City Band performs in public as requested and raises funds at community events. It rehearses weekly with direction from a conductor and with regular attendance of local volunteer musicians it maintains as high a standad of musicianship as possible. Does Elgin City Band have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Elgin City 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 Elgin City Band? Elgin City Band 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=SC041045).