--- title: "Society of African Missions SMA — check charity number SC039285 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Society of African Missions SMA a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC039285. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/society-of-african-missions-sma retrieved: 2026-08-24T21:25:21.793Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Society of African Missions SMA is a registered charity (number SC039285) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of religion. Its latest reported income was £1,113,335 (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 Society of African Missions SMA? Registered charity number SC039285 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £1,113,335 Website [www.sma-gb.org](http://www.sma-gb.org/) ## What does Society of African Missions SMA do? Upon trust to apply the same either as capital or income for such charitable purposes which advance the religious and other charitable work including the provisions of hostels for students for the time being being carried on in England or Wales by or under the direction of the Society as the Trustees with the approval of the Superior shall from time to time think fit and if at any time the Society shall cease to exist or shall cease to carry on or direct any charitable work on England or Wales then for such lawful charitable purposes connected with the advancement of the Roman Catholic religi… ## What causes is Society of African Missions SMA registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Society of African Missions SMA yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Society of African Missions SMA 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=society-of-african-missions-sma&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.sma-gb.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Society of African Missions SMA a legitimate charity? Yes. Society of African Missions SMA is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC039285) 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 Society of African Missions SMA's charity number? Society of African Missions SMA's charity number is SC039285. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC039285? Search SC039285 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 Society of African Missions SMA do? Upon trust to apply the same either as capital or income for such charitable purposes which advance the religious and other charitable work including the provisions of hostels for students for the time being being carried on in England or Wales by or under the direction of the Society as the Trustees with the approval of the Superior shall from time to time think fit and if at any time the Society shall cease to exist or shall cease to carry on or direct any charitable work on England or Wales then for such lawful charitable purposes connected with the advancement of the Roman Catholic religi… Does Society of African Missions SMA have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Society of African Missions SMA. 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 Society of African Missions SMA? Society of African Missions SMA's website is http://www.sma-gb.org — 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=SC039285).