--- title: "MacKenzie Caledonian Pipe Band — check charity number SC037251 | CharityCompare" description: "Is MacKenzie Caledonian Pipe Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC037251. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Dundee City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/mackenzie-caledonian-pipe-band retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:23:05.037Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer MacKenzie Caledonian Pipe Band is a registered charity (number SC037251) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £14,331 (year ending 2024-09-30). 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 MacKenzie Caledonian Pipe Band? Registered charity number SC037251 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Dundee City Latest income (year ending 2024-09-30) £14,331 ## What does MacKenzie Caledonian Pipe Band do? The Charity is set up to further piping and drumming and the art of pipe band performance in the greater Dundee area. It does this through regular weekly practice where the band plays and teaches. The band maintains standards through registration and regular competitions managed by the Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association. It wears full highland dress as well as a less formal highland dress wearing the Ancient Mackenzie tartan, ## What causes is MacKenzie Caledonian Pipe Band registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for MacKenzie Caledonian Pipe Band yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. MacKenzie Caledonian Pipe Band 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=mackenzie-caledonian-pipe-band&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is MacKenzie Caledonian Pipe Band a legitimate charity? Yes. MacKenzie Caledonian Pipe Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC037251) 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 MacKenzie Caledonian Pipe Band's charity number? MacKenzie Caledonian Pipe Band's charity number is SC037251. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC037251? Search SC037251 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 MacKenzie Caledonian Pipe Band do? The Charity is set up to further piping and drumming and the art of pipe band performance in the greater Dundee area. It does this through regular weekly practice where the band plays and teaches. The band maintains standards through registration and regular competitions managed by the Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association. It wears full highland dress as well as a less formal highland dress wearing the Ancient Mackenzie tartan, Does MacKenzie Caledonian Pipe Band have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for MacKenzie Caledonian Pipe Band. 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 MacKenzie Caledonian Pipe Band? MacKenzie Caledonian Pipe Band 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=SC037251).