--- title: "Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society SCIO — check charity number SC048945 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society SCIO a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048945. the prevention or relief of poverty 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/glasgow-bute-benevolent-society-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:24:58.227Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society SCIO is a registered charity (number SC048945) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education. Its latest reported income was £19,253 (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 Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society SCIO? Registered charity number SC048945 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Argyll And Bute Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £19,253 ## What does Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society SCIO do? To aid persons resident on the Isle of Bute who are at risk of or are in poverty. Also if found expedient and funds permit we also make small grants for educational purposes. ## What causes is Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society SCIO registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society SCIO yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society 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=glasgow-bute-benevolent-society-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society SCIO a legitimate charity? Yes. Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society SCIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048945) 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 Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society SCIO's charity number? Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society SCIO's charity number is SC048945. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048945? Search SC048945 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 Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society SCIO do? To aid persons resident on the Isle of Bute who are at risk of or are in poverty. Also if found expedient and funds permit we also make small grants for educational purposes. Does Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society SCIO have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society 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 Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society SCIO? Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society SCIO 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=SC048945).