--- title: "St Thomas Orthodox Church, St Thomas Parish — check charity number SC046256 | CharityCompare" description: "Is St Thomas Orthodox Church, St Thomas Parish a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC046256. the advancement of religion charity based in Aberdeen. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/st-thomas-orthodox-church-st-thomas-parish retrieved: 2026-08-25T18:32:55.462Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer St Thomas Orthodox Church, St Thomas Parish is a registered charity (number SC046256) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £35,559 (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 St Thomas Orthodox Church, St Thomas Parish? Registered charity number SC046256 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Aberdeen Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £35,559 Website [www.iocaberdeen.co.uk](http://www.iocaberdeen.co.uk/) ## What does St Thomas Orthodox Church, St Thomas Parish do? Charitable Purposes 1. The Advancement of religion 2. The relief of those in need because of age, ill health, disability, financial hardship, or other hardships. 3. The object of the parish/Society shall be to promote the orthodox Christian faith. Activities -Sunday services are held twice a month, with an average attendance of over 100 people. We have noticed an increase in participation from youth and children. -Separate meetings are organized for youth and children, focusing on Bible study and fellowship. -To strengthen relationships among youth, a day away from Aberdeen was organized, fea… ## What causes is St Thomas Orthodox Church, St Thomas Parish registered for? the advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for St Thomas Orthodox Church, St Thomas Parish yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. St Thomas Orthodox Church, St Thomas Parish 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=st-thomas-orthodox-church-st-thomas-parish&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.iocaberdeen.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is St Thomas Orthodox Church, St Thomas Parish a legitimate charity? Yes. St Thomas Orthodox Church, St Thomas Parish is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC046256) 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 St Thomas Orthodox Church, St Thomas Parish's charity number? St Thomas Orthodox Church, St Thomas Parish's charity number is SC046256. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC046256? Search SC046256 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 St Thomas Orthodox Church, St Thomas Parish do? Charitable Purposes 1. The Advancement of religion 2. The relief of those in need because of age, ill health, disability, financial hardship, or other hardships. 3. The object of the parish/Society shall be to promote the orthodox Christian faith. Activities -Sunday services are held twice a month, with an average attendance of over 100 people. We have noticed an increase in participation from youth and children. -Separate meetings are organized for youth and children, focusing on Bible study and fellowship. -To strengthen relationships among youth, a day away from Aberdeen was organized, fea… Does St Thomas Orthodox Church, St Thomas Parish have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for St Thomas Orthodox Church, St Thomas Parish. 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 St Thomas Orthodox Church, St Thomas Parish? St Thomas Orthodox Church, St Thomas Parish's website is http://www.iocaberdeen.co.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=SC046256).