--- title: "VIA Scotland — check charity number SC038072 | CharityCompare" description: "Is VIA Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC038072. the advancement of citizenship or community development 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/via-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:52:23.769Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer VIA Scotland is a registered charity (number SC038072) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation; the promotion of equality and diversity. Its latest reported income was £797,402 (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 VIA Scotland? Registered charity number SC038072 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £797,402 Website [www.viascotland.org.uk](http://www.viascotland.org.uk/) ## What does VIA Scotland do? Promoting citizenship. Advancing human rights. Promoting equal rights ## What causes is VIA Scotland registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliationthe promotion of equality and diversity ## Why is there no Clarity Score for VIA Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. VIA Scotland 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=via-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.viascotland.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is VIA Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. VIA Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC038072) 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 VIA Scotland's charity number? VIA Scotland's charity number is SC038072. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC038072? Search SC038072 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 VIA Scotland do? Promoting citizenship. Advancing human rights. Promoting equal rights Does VIA Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for VIA Scotland. 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 VIA Scotland? VIA Scotland's website is http://www.viascotland.org.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=SC038072).