--- title: "Sdca — check charity number SC009282 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Sdca a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC009282. the advancement of education charity based in Renfrewshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/sdca retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:47:02.262Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Sdca is a registered charity (number SC009282) 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 animal welfare. Its latest reported income was £1,051 (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 Sdca? Registered charity number SC009282 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Renfrewshire Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £1,051 Website [thesdca.co.uk](http://thesdca.co.uk/) ## What does Sdca do? SDCA is set up to promote Scottish dairy livestock. To encourage Scottish dairy farmers to Milk Record and utilise the data to improve animal health and welfare and improve dairy farm management to be more efficient. To attend industry and Scottish Government Health and Welfare Stakeholder Groups to inform Scottish dairy farmers of legislation or bovine disease threats which may affect Scottish dairy farmers. To arrange visits to Scottish dairy farms with delegates from abroad so they can obtain and share knowledge with Scottish dairy farmers. To present at meetings and be involved at In… ## What causes is Sdca registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Sdca yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Sdca 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=sdca&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://thesdca.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Sdca a legitimate charity? Yes. Sdca is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC009282) 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 Sdca's charity number? Sdca's charity number is SC009282. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC009282? Search SC009282 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 Sdca do? SDCA is set up to promote Scottish dairy livestock. To encourage Scottish dairy farmers to Milk Record and utilise the data to improve animal health and welfare and improve dairy farm management to be more efficient. To attend industry and Scottish Government Health and Welfare Stakeholder Groups to inform Scottish dairy farmers of legislation or bovine disease threats which may affect Scottish dairy farmers. To arrange visits to Scottish dairy farms with delegates from abroad so they can obtain and share knowledge with Scottish dairy farmers. To present at meetings and be involved at In… Does Sdca have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Sdca. 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 Sdca? Sdca's website is http://thesdca.co.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=SC009282).