--- title: "Girlguiding Argyll — check charity number SC000523 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Girlguiding Argyll a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC000523. the advancement of education charity based in Argyll And Bute. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/girlguiding-argyll retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:29:35.664Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Girlguiding Argyll is a registered charity (number SC000523) 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 £421 (year ending 2024-06-30). 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 Girlguiding Argyll? Registered charity number SC000523 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Argyll And Bute Latest income (year ending 2024-06-30) £421 ## What does Girlguiding Argyll do? Argyll Division is incorporates the various districts within the Argyll area. This charity provides training for volunteers and helps to coordinate events. ## What causes is Girlguiding Argyll registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Girlguiding Argyll yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Girlguiding Argyll 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=girlguiding-argyll&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Girlguiding Argyll a legitimate charity? Yes. Girlguiding Argyll is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC000523) 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 Girlguiding Argyll's charity number? Girlguiding Argyll's charity number is SC000523. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC000523? Search SC000523 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 Girlguiding Argyll do? Argyll Division is incorporates the various districts within the Argyll area. This charity provides training for volunteers and helps to coordinate events. Does Girlguiding Argyll have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Girlguiding Argyll. 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 Girlguiding Argyll? Girlguiding Argyll 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=SC000523).