--- title: "Soc — check charity number SC009859 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Soc a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC009859. the advancement of education charity based in East Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/soc retrieved: 2026-08-24T22:16:11.994Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Soc is a registered charity (number SC009859) 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; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £656,265 (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 Soc? Registered charity number SC009859 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location East Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £656,265 Website [www.the-soc.org.uk](http://www.the-soc.org.uk/) ## What does Soc do? Promote study and documentation of Scotland's birdlife. Promote interest in wild birds. Promoting the conservation of birds and their habitats in Scotland. Providing a focus for information relating to the study of birds in Scotland. Encouraging the appreciation of the creative arts relating to natural history. ## What causes is Soc registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Soc yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Soc 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=soc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.the-soc.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Soc a legitimate charity? Yes. Soc is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC009859) 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 Soc's charity number? Soc's charity number is SC009859. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC009859? Search SC009859 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 Soc do? Promote study and documentation of Scotland's birdlife. Promote interest in wild birds. Promoting the conservation of birds and their habitats in Scotland. Providing a focus for information relating to the study of birds in Scotland. Encouraging the appreciation of the creative arts relating to natural history. Does Soc have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Soc. 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 Soc? Soc's website is http://www.the-soc.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=SC009859).