--- title: "Ras — check charity number SC053863 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ras a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053863. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Midlothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ras retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:22:30.279Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ras is a registered charity (number SC053863) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science; the promotion of equality and diversity. 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 Ras? Registered charity number SC053863 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Midlothian ## What does Ras do? 4. The organisation's purposes are: 4.1. To advance the arts, heritage, and culture, through promoting the diverse Rajasthani cultural heritage and delivering cultural and learning activities that celebrate the Indian diverse cultural heritage, through organizing and delivering festivals, musical and otherwise and through advancing and promoting the cultural heritage and inclusion for the diverse Indians in Scotland. 4.2. To advance active citizenship and community cohesion through the development and delivery of democratic participation programs, advancing cultural diversity at various level… ## What causes is Ras registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe promotion of equality and diversity ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ras yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ras 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=ras&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ras a legitimate charity? Yes. Ras is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053863) 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 Ras's charity number? Ras's charity number is SC053863. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053863? Search SC053863 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 Ras do? 4. The organisation's purposes are: 4.1. To advance the arts, heritage, and culture, through promoting the diverse Rajasthani cultural heritage and delivering cultural and learning activities that celebrate the Indian diverse cultural heritage, through organizing and delivering festivals, musical and otherwise and through advancing and promoting the cultural heritage and inclusion for the diverse Indians in Scotland. 4.2. To advance active citizenship and community cohesion through the development and delivery of democratic participation programs, advancing cultural diversity at various level… Does Ras have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ras. 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 Ras? Ras 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=SC053863).