--- title: "Scoms — check charity number SC054549 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Scoms a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054549. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/scoms retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:08:32.049Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Scoms is a registered charity (number SC054549) 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 Scoms? Registered charity number SC054549 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location City of Edinburgh Website [www.scoms.org.uk](http://www.scoms.org.uk/) ## What does Scoms do? The purpose of SCOMS is to enrich the cultural life of Scotland by supporting the provision of live classical music across the nation. This will be achieved, inter alia, by encouraging collaboration and support among music societies and by advocating for the importance of live classical music in the community and in educational settings. ## What causes is Scoms registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Scoms yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Scoms 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=scoms&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.scoms.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Scoms a legitimate charity? Yes. Scoms is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054549) 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 Scoms's charity number? Scoms's charity number is SC054549. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054549? Search SC054549 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 Scoms do? The purpose of SCOMS is to enrich the cultural life of Scotland by supporting the provision of live classical music across the nation. This will be achieved, inter alia, by encouraging collaboration and support among music societies and by advocating for the importance of live classical music in the community and in educational settings. Does Scoms have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scoms. 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 Scoms? Scoms's website is http://www.scoms.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=SC054549).