--- title: "Risig — check charity number SC055442 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Risig a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC055442. the advancement of education charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/risig retrieved: 2026-08-23T23:56:12.900Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Risig is a registered charity (number SC055442) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. 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 Risig? Registered charity number SC055442 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City Website [www.rockimaging.org](http://www.rockimaging.org/) ## What does Risig do? The organisation’s purposes are the advancement of education and the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, through the following activities: (a) The formation and operation of a membership organisation for everyone interested in the science and technology of any mode of rock imaging or the processing of such images or the interpretation of rock images to better characterise and understand the rock’s properties. (b) The sharing of knowledge and expertise in the acquisition, processing and interpretation of sensor data captured from rock samples with all members and ev… ## What causes is Risig registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Risig yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Risig 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=risig&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rockimaging.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Risig a legitimate charity? Yes. Risig is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC055442) 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 Risig's charity number? Risig's charity number is SC055442. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC055442? Search SC055442 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 Risig do? The organisation’s purposes are the advancement of education and the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, through the following activities: (a) The formation and operation of a membership organisation for everyone interested in the science and technology of any mode of rock imaging or the processing of such images or the interpretation of rock images to better characterise and understand the rock’s properties. (b) The sharing of knowledge and expertise in the acquisition, processing and interpretation of sensor data captured from rock samples with all members and ev… Does Risig have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Risig. 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 Risig? Risig's website is http://www.rockimaging.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=SC055442).