--- title: "Aberdeen Council Of Voluntary Organisations — check charity number SC036845 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Aberdeen Council Of Voluntary Organisations a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC036845. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Aberdeen. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/aberdeen-council-of-voluntary-organisations retrieved: 2026-08-18T03:22:56.260Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Aberdeen Council Of Voluntary Organisations is a registered charity (number SC036845) 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 citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £1,599,571 (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 Aberdeen Council Of Voluntary Organisations? Registered charity number SC036845 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Aberdeen Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,599,571 Website [www.acvo.org.uk](http://www.acvo.org.uk/) ## What does Aberdeen Council Of Voluntary Organisations do? As a Third Sector Interface our main purpose is to provide support to and representation for 3rd sector organisations (TSO’s) across Aberdeen City. We represent them in a range of local forums and at a national level via the TSI network and with Scottish Government to ensure a strong 3rd sector voice within local & national planning structures. We support building the capacity of TSO’s directly with funding, governance, finance services and volunteering to achieve positive outcomes. Our Policy Officer interacts with stakeholders regarding new government policy, consultations etc on matters wh… ## What causes is Aberdeen Council Of Voluntary Organisations registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Aberdeen Council Of Voluntary Organisations yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Aberdeen Council Of Voluntary Organisations 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=aberdeen-council-of-voluntary-organisations&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.acvo.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Aberdeen Council Of Voluntary Organisations a legitimate charity? Yes. Aberdeen Council Of Voluntary Organisations is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC036845) 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 Aberdeen Council Of Voluntary Organisations's charity number? Aberdeen Council Of Voluntary Organisations's charity number is SC036845. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC036845? Search SC036845 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 Aberdeen Council Of Voluntary Organisations do? As a Third Sector Interface our main purpose is to provide support to and representation for 3rd sector organisations (TSO’s) across Aberdeen City. We represent them in a range of local forums and at a national level via the TSI network and with Scottish Government to ensure a strong 3rd sector voice within local & national planning structures. We support building the capacity of TSO’s directly with funding, governance, finance services and volunteering to achieve positive outcomes. Our Policy Officer interacts with stakeholders regarding new government policy, consultations etc on matters wh… Does Aberdeen Council Of Voluntary Organisations have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Aberdeen Council Of Voluntary Organisations. 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 Aberdeen Council Of Voluntary Organisations? Aberdeen Council Of Voluntary Organisations's website is http://www.acvo.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=SC036845).