--- title: "21Common(formerly 21st Century Challenges) — check charity number SC047513 | CharityCompare" description: "Is 21Common(formerly 21st Century Challenges) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047513. the advancement of education 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/21common-formerly-21st-century-challenges retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:41:55.236Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer 21Common(formerly 21st Century Challenges) is a registered charity (number SC047513) 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; the promotion of equality and diversity. Its latest reported income was £243,702 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 21Common(formerly 21st Century Challenges)? Registered charity number SC047513 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £243,702 Website [www.21common.org](http://www.21common.org/) ## What does 21Common(formerly 21st Century Challenges) do? 21Common are an arts charity based in Glasgow who use Social Practice (a collaborative, community-focused art form) to ignite social change. We create spectacular experiences that consistently challenge the traditional ideas of who can be an artist by amplifying those most under-represented in that role. In the past 7 years we have produced 9 new dance works for public presentation. 27 school and community collaborations and 21 national and international touring engagements. Accessibility is central to our work, recognising intersectionality / complexity. We create exceptional art outside of… ## What causes is 21Common(formerly 21st Century Challenges) registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe promotion of equality and diversity ## Why is there no Clarity Score for 21Common(formerly 21st Century Challenges) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. 21Common(formerly 21st Century Challenges) 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=21common-formerly-21st-century-challenges&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.21common.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is 21Common(formerly 21st Century Challenges) a legitimate charity? Yes. 21Common(formerly 21st Century Challenges) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047513) 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 21Common(formerly 21st Century Challenges)'s charity number? 21Common(formerly 21st Century Challenges)'s charity number is SC047513. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047513? Search SC047513 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 21Common(formerly 21st Century Challenges) do? 21Common are an arts charity based in Glasgow who use Social Practice (a collaborative, community-focused art form) to ignite social change. We create spectacular experiences that consistently challenge the traditional ideas of who can be an artist by amplifying those most under-represented in that role. In the past 7 years we have produced 9 new dance works for public presentation. 27 school and community collaborations and 21 national and international touring engagements. Accessibility is central to our work, recognising intersectionality / complexity. We create exceptional art outside of… Does 21Common(formerly 21st Century Challenges) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for 21Common(formerly 21st Century Challenges). 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 21Common(formerly 21st Century Challenges)? 21Common(formerly 21st Century Challenges)'s website is http://www.21common.org — 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=SC047513).