--- title: "Natural Sciences Collections Association — check charity number 1186918 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Natural Sciences Collections Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1186918. Education/training charity based in Wisley Garden. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/natural-sciences-collections-association retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:10:11.947Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Natural Sciences Collections Association is a registered charity (number 1186918) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £20,802 (year ending 2025-01-31). 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 Natural Sciences Collections Association? Registered charity number 1186918 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Wisley Garden Latest income (year ending 2025-01-31) £20,802 Website [www.natsca.org](https://www.natsca.org/) ## What does Natural Sciences Collections Association do? NatSCA supports natural science collections and the people who work with them, to improve care, access and enjoyment for all. We are UK-based but welcome international members and users.We provide: - training workshops, seminars & conferences- peer-reviewed journal- networking opportunities- website & sector resources- member bursaries- member project grants- advocacy ## What causes is Natural Sciences Collections Association registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Natural Sciences Collections Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Natural Sciences Collections Association 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=natural-sciences-collections-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.natsca.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Natural Sciences Collections Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Natural Sciences Collections Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1186918) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Natural Sciences Collections Association's charity number? Natural Sciences Collections Association's charity number is 1186918. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1186918? Search 1186918 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Natural Sciences Collections Association do? NatSCA supports natural science collections and the people who work with them, to improve care, access and enjoyment for all. We are UK-based but welcome international members and users.We provide: - training workshops, seminars & conferences- peer-reviewed journal- networking opportunities- website & sector resources- member bursaries- member project grants- advocacy Does Natural Sciences Collections Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Natural Sciences Collections Association. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Natural Sciences Collections Association? Natural Sciences Collections Association's website is https://www.natsca.org/ — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, 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://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1186918).