--- title: "Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance — check charity number SC033576 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC033576. 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/scottish-independent-advocacy-alliance retrieved: 2026-08-23T11:06:05.066Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance is a registered charity (number SC033576) 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 citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £185,094 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance? Registered charity number SC033576 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £185,094 Website [www.siaa.org.uk](http://www.siaa.org.uk/) ## What does Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance do? SIAA advocates for independent advocacy We are the national intermediary organisation for independent advocacy in Scotland. SIAA promote, support and advocate the principles and practice of independent advocacy. Our aim is to raise awareness about the value and impact of independent advocacy, and influence decision makers ultimately with a view to widen access to independent advocacy for all who need it in Scotland. Read more about how SIAA advocates for independent advocacy. SIAA is a charitable organisation, that does not work ‘for profit’. SIAA receives funding from the Scottish Government… ## What causes is Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance 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=scottish-independent-advocacy-alliance&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.siaa.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance a legitimate charity? Yes. Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC033576) 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 Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance's charity number? Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance's charity number is SC033576. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC033576? Search SC033576 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 Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance do? SIAA advocates for independent advocacy We are the national intermediary organisation for independent advocacy in Scotland. SIAA promote, support and advocate the principles and practice of independent advocacy. Our aim is to raise awareness about the value and impact of independent advocacy, and influence decision makers ultimately with a view to widen access to independent advocacy for all who need it in Scotland. Read more about how SIAA advocates for independent advocacy. SIAA is a charitable organisation, that does not work ‘for profit’. SIAA receives funding from the Scottish Government… Does Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance. 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 Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance? Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance's website is http://www.siaa.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=SC033576).