--- title: "Highland Brass SCIO — check charity number SC053413 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Highland Brass SCIO a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053413. the advancement of education charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/highland-brass-scio retrieved: 2026-08-24T06:00:14.419Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Highland Brass SCIO is a registered charity (number SC053413) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £8,709 (year ending 2025-06-05). 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 Highland Brass SCIO? Registered charity number SC053413 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2025-06-05) £8,709 Website [highlandbrass.org](https://highlandbrass.org/) ## What does Highland Brass SCIO do? 1. To hold regular band rehearsals and to organise tutorials and workshops for members of the Band and the public to improve playing abilities and the understanding of brass band music. 2. To take part in concerts and other engagements throughout Scotland and the world as well as competitions operated by various brass band organisations (including the band). 3. To establish and maintain relations with other brass bands or equivalent organisations anywhere in the world. 4. To carry out any other activity which can reasonably be held to be in the interest of the objectives of the band. ## What causes is Highland Brass SCIO registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Highland Brass SCIO yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Highland Brass 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=highland-brass-scio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://highlandbrass.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Highland Brass SCIO a legitimate charity? Yes. Highland Brass SCIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053413) 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 Highland Brass SCIO's charity number? Highland Brass SCIO's charity number is SC053413. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053413? Search SC053413 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 Highland Brass SCIO do? 1. To hold regular band rehearsals and to organise tutorials and workshops for members of the Band and the public to improve playing abilities and the understanding of brass band music. 2. To take part in concerts and other engagements throughout Scotland and the world as well as competitions operated by various brass band organisations (including the band). 3. To establish and maintain relations with other brass bands or equivalent organisations anywhere in the world. 4. To carry out any other activity which can reasonably be held to be in the interest of the objectives of the band. Does Highland Brass SCIO have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Highland Brass 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 Highland Brass SCIO? Highland Brass SCIO's website is https://highlandbrass.org/ — 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=SC053413).