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title: "Sussex Contemporary Illustrators & Printmakers (Scip) — check charity number 1196735 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Sussex Contemporary Illustrators & Printmakers (Scip) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1196735. Education/training charity based in 23 Church Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/sussex-contemporary-illustrators-printmakers-scip
retrieved: 2026-08-26T07:19:15.911Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Sussex Contemporary Illustrators & Printmakers (Scip) is a registered charity (number 1196735) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; economic/community development/employment. Its latest reported income was £81,365 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Sussex Contemporary Illustrators & Printmakers (Scip)?

Registered charity number

1196735

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

23 Church Street

Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31)

£81,365

Website

[www.wearescip.co.uk](http://www.wearescip.co.uk/)

## What does Sussex Contemporary Illustrators &amp; Printmakers (Scip) do?

SCIP is dedicated to breaking down the barriers which stop people from accessing contemporary arts by creating engaging, accessible and educational illustration led arts events. We provide youth engagement opportunities and provide free access art workshops for young people in Sussex.

## What causes is Sussex Contemporary Illustrators &amp; Printmakers (Scip) registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEconomic/community Development/employment

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Sussex Contemporary Illustrators & Printmakers (Scip) yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Sussex Contemporary Illustrators & Printmakers (Scip) 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Sussex Contemporary Illustrators & Printmakers (Scip) a legitimate charity?

Yes. Sussex Contemporary Illustrators & Printmakers (Scip) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1196735) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.

What is Sussex Contemporary Illustrators & Printmakers (Scip)'s charity number?

Sussex Contemporary Illustrators & Printmakers (Scip)'s charity number is 1196735. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1196735?

Search 1196735 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.

What does Sussex Contemporary Illustrators & Printmakers (Scip) do?

SCIP is dedicated to breaking down the barriers which stop people from accessing contemporary arts by creating engaging, accessible and educational illustration led arts events. We provide youth engagement opportunities and provide free access art workshops for young people in Sussex.

Does Sussex Contemporary Illustrators & Printmakers (Scip) have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Sussex Contemporary Illustrators & Printmakers (Scip). This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.

How can I donate to Sussex Contemporary Illustrators & Printmakers (Scip)?

Sussex Contemporary Illustrators & Printmakers (Scip)'s website is http://www.wearescip.co.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31,
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://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1196735).