--- title: "SoFIGG — check charity number SC054457 | CharityCompare" description: "Is SoFIGG a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054457. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/sofigg retrieved: 2026-08-24T23:08:34.437Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer SoFIGG is a registered charity (number SC054457) 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. 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 SoFIGG? Registered charity number SC054457 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh ## What does SoFIGG do? The advancement of science, specifically forensic investigative genetic genealogy, a new rapidly developing branch of forensic science, by establishing a network for FIGG practitioners as well as any members of the public interested in this field. ## What causes is SoFIGG registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for SoFIGG yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. SoFIGG 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=sofigg&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is SoFIGG a legitimate charity? Yes. SoFIGG is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054457) 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 SoFIGG's charity number? SoFIGG's charity number is SC054457. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054457? Search SC054457 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 SoFIGG do? The advancement of science, specifically forensic investigative genetic genealogy, a new rapidly developing branch of forensic science, by establishing a network for FIGG practitioners as well as any members of the public interested in this field. Does SoFIGG have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for SoFIGG. 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 SoFIGG? SoFIGG 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=SC054457).