--- title: "Portsoy District Community Association SCIO — check charity number SC047686 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Portsoy District Community Association SCIO a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047686. the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities a" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/portsoy-district-community-association-scio retrieved: 2026-08-24T19:06:30.616Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Portsoy District Community Association SCIO is a registered charity (number SC047686) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £33,594 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Portsoy District Community Association SCIO? Registered charity number SC047686 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Aberdeenshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £33,594 ## What does Portsoy District Community Association SCIO do? The SCIO's purposes are to benefit the community of Portsoy and the surroundingarea which comprises the postcode districts AB45 and AB56 (the 'Community') through the provision of recreational facilities, and the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the residents of the Community. but only to the extent that this purpose is consistent with furthering the achievement of sustainable development. ## What causes is Portsoy District Community Association SCIO registered for? the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Portsoy District Community Association SCIO yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Portsoy District Community Association 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=portsoy-district-community-association-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Portsoy District Community Association SCIO a legitimate charity? Yes. Portsoy District Community Association SCIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047686) 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 Portsoy District Community Association SCIO's charity number? Portsoy District Community Association SCIO's charity number is SC047686. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047686? Search SC047686 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 Portsoy District Community Association SCIO do? The SCIO's purposes are to benefit the community of Portsoy and the surroundingarea which comprises the postcode districts AB45 and AB56 (the 'Community') through the provision of recreational facilities, and the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the residents of the Community. but only to the extent that this purpose is consistent with furthering the achievement of sustainable development. Does Portsoy District Community Association SCIO have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Portsoy District Community Association 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 Portsoy District Community Association SCIO? Portsoy District Community Association SCIO 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=SC047686).