--- title: "Shetland Forwirds — check charity number SC037498 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Shetland Forwirds a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC037498. 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-forwirds retrieved: 2026-08-24T05:59:31.376Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Shetland Forwirds is a registered charity (number SC037498) 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. Its latest reported income was £3,175 (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 Shetland Forwirds? Registered charity number SC037498 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Shetland Islands Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £3,175 ## What does Shetland Forwirds do? To promote the continues use of the Shetland language and to encourage others to access resources and advice through our website and in person. ## What causes is Shetland Forwirds registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Shetland Forwirds yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Shetland Forwirds 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-forwirds&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Shetland Forwirds a legitimate charity? Yes. Shetland Forwirds is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC037498) 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 Forwirds's charity number? Shetland Forwirds's charity number is SC037498. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC037498? Search SC037498 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 Forwirds do? To promote the continues use of the Shetland language and to encourage others to access resources and advice through our website and in person. Does Shetland Forwirds have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Shetland Forwirds. 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 Forwirds? Shetland Forwirds 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=SC037498).