Aas
Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data
Aas is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the prevention or relief of poverty, the advancement of education, the advancement of citizenship or community development.
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At a glance · official register
What are the key facts about Aas?
- Registered charity number
- SC051598
- Status in source extract
- Registered
- Charity type
- SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
- Register contact address detail (not service area)
- South Lanarkshire
Quick answer
What does Aas do?
The Academy for African Studies is dedicated to advancing education, community growth, and cultural understanding about the African region. By providing access to educational materials and resources, the Academy helps communities build knowledge and fosters lifelong learning. It promotes equality and diversity by supporting inclusive activities that uplift underrepresented voices and drive meaningful community participation. The Academy also plays a key role in community development, offering training and re-training opportunities that deepen understanding of the African context. Through even…
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
From the annual return
Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Aas
Answers Aas gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 January 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Registration details
- Registered as a charity
- Also known as
- Academy for African Studies [SCIO]
- Where it says it operates
- South Lanarkshire
What causes is Aas registered for?
Why is there no Clarity Score for Aas yet?
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What should you check before donating to Aas?
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Aas a legitimate charity?
- The register data used for this profile lists Aas as a registered charity (number SC051598) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
- What is Aas's charity number?
- Aas's charity number is SC051598. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number SC051598?
- Search SC051598 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 Aas do?
- The Academy for African Studies is dedicated to advancing education, community growth, and cultural understanding about the African region. By providing access to educational materials and resources, the Academy helps communities build knowledge and fosters lifelong learning. It promotes equality and diversity by supporting inclusive activities that uplift underrepresented voices and drive meaningful community participation. The Academy also plays a key role in community development, offering training and re-training opportunities that deepen understanding of the African context. Through even…
- Does Aas have reviews and complaints?
- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Aas. 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 Aas?
- Aas does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.
- When was Aas registered as a charity?
- Aas was entered on the register on 18 February 2022.
Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.