--- title: "Ornithological Society of the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia — check charity number 282938 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ornithological Society of the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 282938. Education/training charity based in Sutton Bonington. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ornithological-society-of-the-middle-east-the-caucasus-and-central-asia retrieved: 2026-08-23T14:51:24.267Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ornithological Society of the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia is a registered charity (number 282938) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; animals; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £64,363 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Ornithological Society of the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia? Registered charity number 282938 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Sutton Bonington Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £64,363 Website [www.osme.org](http://www.osme.org/) ## What does Ornithological Society of the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia do? An organisation to promote a greater public understanding of ornithology in the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia and to facilitate conservation of the region's birds. Research grants are awarded and the results are published in a twice-yearly publication. ## What causes is Ornithological Society of the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia registered for? Education/trainingAnimalsEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ornithological Society of the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ornithological Society of the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia 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=ornithological-society-of-the-middle-east-the-caucasus-and-central-asia&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.osme.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ornithological Society of the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia a legitimate charity? Yes. Ornithological Society of the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 282938) 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 Ornithological Society of the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia's charity number? Ornithological Society of the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia's charity number is 282938. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 282938? Search 282938 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 Ornithological Society of the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia do? An organisation to promote a greater public understanding of ornithology in the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia and to facilitate conservation of the region's birds. Research grants are awarded and the results are published in a twice-yearly publication. Does Ornithological Society of the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ornithological Society of the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia. 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 Ornithological Society of the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia? Ornithological Society of the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia's website is http://www.osme.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/282938).