--- title: "SWI Cults & District Institute (Aberdeen) — check charity number SC025147 | CharityCompare" description: "Is SWI Cults & District Institute (Aberdeen) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC025147. the advancement of education 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/swi-cults-district-institute-aberdeen retrieved: 2026-08-26T09:25:05.401Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer SWI Cults & District Institute (Aberdeen) is a registered charity (number SC025147) 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. Its latest reported income was £9,545 (year ending 2026-02-28). 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 SWI Cults & District Institute (Aberdeen)? Registered charity number SC025147 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2026-02-28) £9,545 ## What does SWI Cults & District Institute (Aberdeen) do? Our aims are s follows a) Build inclusive, diverse communities, b) Advance education and skills c)Provide a platform for social activities and networking d) Promote the preservation and development of our cultural heritage and in furtherance thereof the Institute meetings shall encompass aspects of learning, friendship and enjoyment ## What causes is SWI Cults & District Institute (Aberdeen) registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for SWI Cults & District Institute (Aberdeen) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. SWI Cults & District Institute (Aberdeen) 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=swi-cults-district-institute-aberdeen&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is SWI Cults & District Institute (Aberdeen) a legitimate charity? Yes. SWI Cults & District Institute (Aberdeen) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC025147) 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 SWI Cults & District Institute (Aberdeen)'s charity number? SWI Cults & District Institute (Aberdeen)'s charity number is SC025147. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC025147? Search SC025147 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 SWI Cults & District Institute (Aberdeen) do? Our aims are s follows a) Build inclusive, diverse communities, b) Advance education and skills c)Provide a platform for social activities and networking d) Promote the preservation and development of our cultural heritage and in furtherance thereof the Institute meetings shall encompass aspects of learning, friendship and enjoyment Does SWI Cults & District Institute (Aberdeen) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for SWI Cults & District Institute (Aberdeen). 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 SWI Cults & District Institute (Aberdeen)? SWI Cults & District Institute (Aberdeen) 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=SC025147).