--- title: "Gia — check charity number SC051726 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Gia a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC051726. 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/gia retrieved: 2026-08-23T07:07:21.775Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Gia is a registered charity (number SC051726) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £32,901 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Gia? Registered charity number SC051726 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location East Dunbartonshire Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £32,901 Website [gia.org.uk](http://gia.org.uk/) ## What does Gia do? The objectives of the Chapter shall be to organise and unite in fellowship all Architects within the Chapter area, and to combine their efforts for the general advancement of Architecture, and for the promotion of the aesthetic, scientific and practical efficiency of the profession of Architecture. Further, the objects of the Chapter shall be the objects of the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland as specified in its Charter, so far as competent and applicable to the Chapter and/or Chapter territory ## What causes is Gia registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Gia yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Gia 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=gia&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://gia.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Gia a legitimate charity? Yes. Gia is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC051726) 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 Gia's charity number? Gia's charity number is SC051726. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC051726? Search SC051726 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 Gia do? The objectives of the Chapter shall be to organise and unite in fellowship all Architects within the Chapter area, and to combine their efforts for the general advancement of Architecture, and for the promotion of the aesthetic, scientific and practical efficiency of the profession of Architecture. Further, the objects of the Chapter shall be the objects of the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland as specified in its Charter, so far as competent and applicable to the Chapter and/or Chapter territory Does Gia have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Gia. 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 Gia? Gia's website is http://gia.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=SC051726).