Is Abwa a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Abwa as a registered charity (number SC049375) 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 Abwa's charity number?

Abwa's charity number is SC049375. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC049375?

Search SC049375 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.

Does Abwa have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Abwa. 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 Abwa?

Abwa's website listed in our register data is http://www.argyllwomensaid.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

When was Abwa registered as a charity?

Abwa was entered on the register on 12 June 2019.

Registered charity · No. SC049375SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Abwa

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

Abwa is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education, the advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation, the promotion of equality and diversity.

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What are the key facts about Abwa?

Reported income · year ending 2025-03-31: £521,533
Reported spending · year ending 2025-03-31: £423,546
Registered charity number: SC049375
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Argyll And Bute
Website: www.argyllwomensaid.org.uk

Quick answer

Abwa (number SC049375) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Abwa do?

Argyll and Bute Women’s Aid (ABWA) provides vital support to women, children, and young people across the mainland of Argyll and Bute and its 23 inhabited islands who are experiencing or have experienced domestic abuse, coercive control, and gender-based violence. ABWA offers a range of services including refuge accommodation, outreach support, phone support, therapeutic sessions, and group work. These services are designed to reduce risk, enhance awareness, empower individuals to make informed decisions, and provide them with the opportunity to lead lives free from abuse. Through strong mult…

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Abwa

Answers Abwa gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 March 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Where does Abwa's money come from?

Abwa reported £489k total income for the year ending 31 March 2025. The largest sources were charitable activities £489k (100%).

Charitable activities (fees and contracts)£489k · 100%

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 12 June 2019
Also known as: Argyll and Bute Women's Aid SCIO
Where it says it operates: Argyll And Bute

What causes is Abwa registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliationthe promotion of equality and diversity

Why is there no Clarity Score for Abwa yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Abwa. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

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Frequently asked questions

Is Abwa a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Abwa as a registered charity (number SC049375) 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 Abwa's charity number?: Abwa's charity number is SC049375. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC049375?: Search SC049375 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 Abwa do?: Argyll and Bute Women’s Aid (ABWA) provides vital support to women, children, and young people across the mainland of Argyll and Bute and its 23 inhabited islands who are experiencing or have experienced domestic abuse, coercive control, and gender-based violence. ABWA offers a range of services including refuge accommodation, outreach support, phone support, therapeutic sessions, and group work. These services are designed to reduce risk, enhance awareness, empower individuals to make informed decisions, and provide them with the opportunity to lead lives free from abuse. Through strong mult…
Does Abwa have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Abwa. 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 Abwa?: Abwa's website listed in our register data is http://www.argyllwomensaid.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
Where does Abwa's money come from?: Abwa reported £489k total income for the year ending 31 March 2025. The largest sources were charitable activities £489k (100%).
When was Abwa registered as a charity?: Abwa was entered on the register on 12 June 2019.

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.