--- title: "Shetland Civic Society — check charity number SC015985 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Shetland Civic Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC015985. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Shetland Islands. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/shetland-civic-society retrieved: 2026-08-24T07:23:56.394Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Shetland Civic Society is a registered charity (number SC015985) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. 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 Shetland Civic Society? Registered charity number SC015985 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Shetland Islands ## What does Shetland Civic Society do? The Society was originally set up to stimulate public interest in, and care for, the beauty, history and character of Shetland, its environment and built heritage. It has in the past pursued these aims through meetings, visits to places of interest, sponsorship of an annual environmental award, and also its own award. As noted previously interest had waned but it is hoped a fresh new committee can be set up. ## What causes is Shetland Civic Society registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Shetland Civic Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Shetland Civic Society 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=shetland-civic-society&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Shetland Civic Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Shetland Civic Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC015985) 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 Shetland Civic Society's charity number? Shetland Civic Society's charity number is SC015985. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC015985? Search SC015985 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 Shetland Civic Society do? The Society was originally set up to stimulate public interest in, and care for, the beauty, history and character of Shetland, its environment and built heritage. It has in the past pursued these aims through meetings, visits to places of interest, sponsorship of an annual environmental award, and also its own award. As noted previously interest had waned but it is hoped a fresh new committee can be set up. Does Shetland Civic Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Shetland Civic Society. 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 Shetland Civic Society? Shetland Civic Society does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC015985).