--- title: "Rtpi — check charity number SC037841 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Rtpi a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC037841. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/rtpi retrieved: 2026-08-24T23:08:39.176Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Rtpi is a registered charity (number SC037841) 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; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £8,375,000 (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 Rtpi? Registered charity number SC037841 Status Registered (active) Charity type Statutory corporation (Royal Charter etc) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £8,375,000 Website [www.rtpi.org.uk](http://www.rtpi.org.uk/) ## What does Rtpi do? The objects of the Chartered Institute shall be to advance the science and art of planning (including town and country and spatial planning) for the benefit of the public ## What causes is Rtpi registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Rtpi yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Rtpi 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=rtpi&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rtpi.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Rtpi a legitimate charity? Yes. Rtpi is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC037841) 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 Rtpi's charity number? Rtpi's charity number is SC037841. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC037841? Search SC037841 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 Rtpi do? The objects of the Chartered Institute shall be to advance the science and art of planning (including town and country and spatial planning) for the benefit of the public Does Rtpi have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Rtpi. 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 Rtpi? Rtpi's website is http://www.rtpi.org.uk — 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=SC037841).