--- title: "Marpa Translation Society [SCIO] — check charity number SC052859 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Marpa Translation Society [SCIO] a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052859. the advancement of education charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/marpa-translation-society-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T11:09:38.135Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Marpa Translation Society [SCIO] is a registered charity (number SC052859) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £454 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Marpa Translation Society [SCIO]? Registered charity number SC052859 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £454 Website [www.marpatranslation.org](http://www.marpatranslation.org/) ## What does Marpa Translation Society [SCIO] do? Our charity's primary purpose is to enable people to access Buddhist teachings and texts that are currently not available in their own language. We achieve this directly through oral interpretation of teachings and the translation of written texts, and indirectly by training and educating future generations of translators and creating supportive conditions for their development. A fundamental aspect of our ethos, which helps fulfil the charity’s purpose, is offering all our oral and written translations and training courses free of charge. ## What causes is Marpa Translation Society [SCIO] registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Marpa Translation Society [SCIO] yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Marpa Translation 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=marpa-translation-society-scio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.marpatranslation.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Marpa Translation Society [SCIO] a legitimate charity? Yes. Marpa Translation Society [SCIO] is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052859) 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 Marpa Translation Society [SCIO]'s charity number? Marpa Translation Society [SCIO]'s charity number is SC052859. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC052859? Search SC052859 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 Marpa Translation Society [SCIO] do? Our charity's primary purpose is to enable people to access Buddhist teachings and texts that are currently not available in their own language. We achieve this directly through oral interpretation of teachings and the translation of written texts, and indirectly by training and educating future generations of translators and creating supportive conditions for their development. A fundamental aspect of our ethos, which helps fulfil the charity’s purpose, is offering all our oral and written translations and training courses free of charge. Does Marpa Translation Society [SCIO] have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Marpa Translation 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 Marpa Translation Society [SCIO]? Marpa Translation Society [SCIO]'s website is http://www.marpatranslation.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=SC052859).