--- title: "The Small Cinema — check charity number SC054152 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Small Cinema a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054152. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-small-cinema retrieved: 2026-08-28T05:18:18.672Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Small Cinema is a registered charity (number SC054152) 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 The Small Cinema? Registered charity number SC054152 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Glasgow City ## What does The Small Cinema do? The association's purposes are: (a) The advancement of the arts, heritage, culture, or science by making independent cinema accessible to the local residents of Glasgow’s southside. (b) Expanding film choice by showcasing cinema outside of the UK and US mainstream box office catalogue. Showcasing local archives catalogue of moving images to engage with screen heritage. (c) Supporting young filmmakers by creating a platform for amateur, emerging film directors and moving image artists to showcase their work. (d) Making the cinema a place for discussion through working with local organisatio… ## What causes is The Small Cinema registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Small Cinema yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Small Cinema 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=the-small-cinema&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Small Cinema a legitimate charity? Yes. The Small Cinema is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054152) 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 The Small Cinema's charity number? The Small Cinema's charity number is SC054152. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054152? Search SC054152 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 The Small Cinema do? The association's purposes are: (a) The advancement of the arts, heritage, culture, or science by making independent cinema accessible to the local residents of Glasgow’s southside. (b) Expanding film choice by showcasing cinema outside of the UK and US mainstream box office catalogue. Showcasing local archives catalogue of moving images to engage with screen heritage. (c) Supporting young filmmakers by creating a platform for amateur, emerging film directors and moving image artists to showcase their work. (d) Making the cinema a place for discussion through working with local organisatio… Does The Small Cinema have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Small Cinema. 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 The Small Cinema? The Small Cinema 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=SC054152).