--- title: "YMCA Aberdeen — check charity number SC013487 | CharityCompare" description: "Is YMCA Aberdeen a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC013487. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Aberdeen. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ymca-aberdeen retrieved: 2026-08-23T01:12:08.063Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer YMCA Aberdeen is a registered charity (number SC013487) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £329,468 (year ending 2025-05-31). 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 YMCA Aberdeen? Registered charity number SC013487 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Aberdeen Latest income (year ending 2025-05-31) £329,468 Website [www.aberdeenymca.org.uk](http://www.aberdeenymca.org.uk/) ## What does YMCA Aberdeen do? The advancement of Christian religion within the Christian ethos of the YMCA, welcoming persons of other religious faiths and those of none. the advancement of education, citizenship, community development, health, public participation in sport. relief of those in need and prevention or relief of poverty. This is done by the delivery of: • high quality children's clubs for primary aged children daily. • innovative holiday club programmes for children and young people during school holiday periods. • innovative youth work programmes to mentor young people. • innovative detached street sport p… ## What causes is YMCA Aberdeen registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for YMCA Aberdeen yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. YMCA 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=ymca-aberdeen&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.aberdeenymca.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is YMCA Aberdeen a legitimate charity? Yes. YMCA Aberdeen is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC013487) 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 YMCA Aberdeen's charity number? YMCA Aberdeen's charity number is SC013487. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC013487? Search SC013487 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 YMCA Aberdeen do? The advancement of Christian religion within the Christian ethos of the YMCA, welcoming persons of other religious faiths and those of none. the advancement of education, citizenship, community development, health, public participation in sport. relief of those in need and prevention or relief of poverty. This is done by the delivery of: • high quality children's clubs for primary aged children daily. • innovative holiday club programmes for children and young people during school holiday periods. • innovative youth work programmes to mentor young people. • innovative detached street sport p… Does YMCA Aberdeen have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for YMCA 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 YMCA Aberdeen? YMCA Aberdeen's website is http://www.aberdeenymca.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=SC013487).