--- title: "Iacd — check charity number SC036090 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Iacd a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC036090. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/iacd retrieved: 2026-08-23T00:50:03.793Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Iacd is a registered charity (number SC036090) 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. Its latest reported income was £27,298 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Iacd? Registered charity number SC036090 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £27,298 Website [www.iacdglobal.org](http://www.iacdglobal.org/) ## What does Iacd do? IACD is set up to promote good practice in community development internationally. We do this by hosting events, webinars and learning sessions for practitioners - both globally and within the regions we operate in. We use the structure of IACD to create new learning through our publications - like 'Practice Insights' magazine and others and to disseminate this to members and other practitioners. We continue to work with governments across the globe, other international organisations, and other charities and community and voluntary sector organisations to promote community development, ensuri… ## What causes is Iacd registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Iacd yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Iacd 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=iacd&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.iacdglobal.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Iacd a legitimate charity? Yes. Iacd is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC036090) 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 Iacd's charity number? Iacd's charity number is SC036090. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC036090? Search SC036090 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 Iacd do? IACD is set up to promote good practice in community development internationally. We do this by hosting events, webinars and learning sessions for practitioners - both globally and within the regions we operate in. We use the structure of IACD to create new learning through our publications - like 'Practice Insights' magazine and others and to disseminate this to members and other practitioners. We continue to work with governments across the globe, other international organisations, and other charities and community and voluntary sector organisations to promote community development, ensuri… Does Iacd have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Iacd. 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 Iacd? Iacd's website is http://www.iacdglobal.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=SC036090).