--- title: "Scotland - Russia Forum — check charity number SC038728 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Scotland - Russia Forum a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC038728. 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/scotland-russia-forum retrieved: 2026-08-23T07:59:41.093Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Scotland - Russia Forum is a registered charity (number SC038728) 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. Its latest reported income was £1,720 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Scotland - Russia Forum? Registered charity number SC038728 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £1,720 Website [www.scotlandrussiaforum.org](http://www.scotlandrussiaforum.org/) ## What does Scotland - Russia Forum do? The Scotland Russia Forum’s purpose is to advance education through the promotion of a clear understanding in Scotland, Russia and the countries of the former Soviet Union, of the respective ways of life, history, heritage and the cultural and commercial activities and the voluntary services of the said countries and through the creation of educational and cultural contacts of all kinds between the peoples of these countries. The Scotland Russia Forum aspires to arrange lectures and exhibitions, the publication of the magazine “The Forum” has been re-established (now being produced twice a ye… ## What causes is Scotland - Russia Forum registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Scotland - Russia Forum yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Scotland - Russia Forum 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=scotland-russia-forum&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.scotlandrussiaforum.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Scotland - Russia Forum a legitimate charity? Yes. Scotland - Russia Forum is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC038728) 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 Scotland - Russia Forum's charity number? Scotland - Russia Forum's charity number is SC038728. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC038728? Search SC038728 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 Scotland - Russia Forum do? The Scotland Russia Forum’s purpose is to advance education through the promotion of a clear understanding in Scotland, Russia and the countries of the former Soviet Union, of the respective ways of life, history, heritage and the cultural and commercial activities and the voluntary services of the said countries and through the creation of educational and cultural contacts of all kinds between the peoples of these countries. The Scotland Russia Forum aspires to arrange lectures and exhibitions, the publication of the magazine “The Forum” has been re-established (now being produced twice a ye… Does Scotland - Russia Forum have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scotland - Russia Forum. 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 Scotland - Russia Forum? Scotland - Russia Forum's website is http://www.scotlandrussiaforum.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=SC038728).