--- title: "West Lothian SWI — check charity number SC022049 | CharityCompare" description: "Is West Lothian SWI a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC022049. 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/west-lothian-swi retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:44:41.518Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer West Lothian SWI is a registered charity (number SC022049) 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 £11,013 (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 West Lothian SWI? Registered charity number SC022049 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £11,013 Website [www.theswi.org.uk](http://www.theswi.org.uk/) ## What does West Lothian SWI do? to advance the education and skills of woman and young girls. to provide a platform for social activities and networking to promote the preservation and development of Scotlands heritage and culture ## What causes is West Lothian SWI registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for West Lothian SWI yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. West Lothian SWI 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=west-lothian-swi&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.theswi.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is West Lothian SWI a legitimate charity? Yes. West Lothian SWI is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC022049) 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 West Lothian SWI's charity number? West Lothian SWI's charity number is SC022049. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC022049? Search SC022049 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 West Lothian SWI do? to advance the education and skills of woman and young girls. to provide a platform for social activities and networking to promote the preservation and development of Scotlands heritage and culture Does West Lothian SWI have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for West Lothian SWI. 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 West Lothian SWI? West Lothian SWI's website is http://www.theswi.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=SC022049).