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title: "IGDA Scotland. SGDA — check charity number SC048978 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is IGDA Scotland. SGDA a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048978. the advancement of education charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/igda-scotland-sgda
retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:22:06.122Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

IGDA Scotland. SGDA is a registered charity (number SC048978) 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 £34,000 (year ending 2026-03-31). 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 IGDA Scotland. SGDA?

Registered charity number

SC048978

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Location

Glasgow City

Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31)

£34,000

Website

[www.sgda.co.uk](http://www.sgda.co.uk/)

## What does IGDA Scotland. SGDA do?

The Scottish Game Developers Association (SGDA) is the national representative body for Scotland's game development community. It hosts events, convenes studios, supports emerging talent, and advocates for the sector with external and public partners. In 2025, SGDA strengthened its organisational foundations and is now financially supported by 12 corporate members and 11 indie member companies, enabling it to have a General Manager, and a proven track record in event delivery and sector advocacy. This has allowed it to deliver its first dedicated in-person games accelerator with 24 participa…

## What causes is IGDA Scotland. SGDA registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for IGDA Scotland. SGDA yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. IGDA Scotland. SGDA 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.
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[Visit charity website](http://www.sgda.co.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is IGDA Scotland. SGDA a legitimate charity?

Yes. IGDA Scotland. SGDA is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048978) 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 IGDA Scotland. SGDA's charity number?

IGDA Scotland. SGDA's charity number is SC048978. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC048978?

Search SC048978 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 IGDA Scotland. SGDA do?

The Scottish Game Developers Association (SGDA) is the national representative body for Scotland's game development community. It hosts events, convenes studios, supports emerging talent, and advocates for the sector with external and public partners. In 2025, SGDA strengthened its organisational foundations and is now financially supported by 12 corporate members and 11 indie member companies, enabling it to have a General Manager, and a proven track record in event delivery and sector advocacy. This has allowed it to deliver its first dedicated in-person games accelerator with 24 participa…

Does IGDA Scotland. SGDA have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for IGDA Scotland. SGDA. 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 IGDA Scotland. SGDA?

IGDA Scotland. SGDA's website is http://www.sgda.co.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=SC048978).