--- title: "Voluntary Action Shetland — check charity number SC017286 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Voluntary Action Shetland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC017286. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Shetland Islands. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/voluntary-action-shetland retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:56:38.191Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Voluntary Action Shetland is a registered charity (number SC017286) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of health. Its latest reported income was £844,228 (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 Voluntary Action Shetland? Registered charity number SC017286 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Shetland Islands Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £844,228 Website [www.va-shetland.org.uk](http://www.va-shetland.org.uk/) ## What does Voluntary Action Shetland do? A single point of access for support for the third/voluntary sector.. Our vision is to be a strong, sustainable and valued asset for Shetland, playing a leading role in championing and supporting community needs. Our mission is to Support, Represent and Develop Community Action in Shetland. ## What causes is Voluntary Action Shetland registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Voluntary Action Shetland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Voluntary Action Shetland 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=voluntary-action-shetland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.va-shetland.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Voluntary Action Shetland a legitimate charity? Yes. Voluntary Action Shetland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC017286) 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 Voluntary Action Shetland's charity number? Voluntary Action Shetland's charity number is SC017286. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC017286? Search SC017286 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 Voluntary Action Shetland do? A single point of access for support for the third/voluntary sector.. Our vision is to be a strong, sustainable and valued asset for Shetland, playing a leading role in championing and supporting community needs. Our mission is to Support, Represent and Develop Community Action in Shetland. Does Voluntary Action Shetland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Voluntary Action Shetland. 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 Voluntary Action Shetland? Voluntary Action Shetland's website is http://www.va-shetland.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=SC017286).