--- title: "Acal — check charity number SC030982 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Acal a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC030982. the advancement of education charity based in Argyll And Bute. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/acal retrieved: 2026-08-18T04:01:52.031Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Acal is a registered charity (number SC030982) 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 environmental protection or improvement; the advancement of animal welfare. Its latest reported income was £65,312 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Acal? Registered charity number SC030982 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Argyll And Bute Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £65,312 Website [www.adviceaboutanimals.info](http://www.adviceaboutanimals.info/) ## What does Acal do? To advance the education of the public in the treatment and care of animals (be they pet, farm or wild animals or birds). and to relieve the suffering of animals and birds which have been mistreated or abandoned. In furtherance thereof the organisation shall provide and staff a telephone helpline and provide an internet site which, those seeking assistance, can contact at any time for information and advice including referral to other organisations, rescue centres, veterinary care providers and statutory bodies best able to assist the animal or animals for which the caller seeks help. ## What causes is Acal registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of environmental protection or improvementthe advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Acal yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Acal 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=acal&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.adviceaboutanimals.info/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Acal a legitimate charity? Yes. Acal is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC030982) 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 Acal's charity number? Acal's charity number is SC030982. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC030982? Search SC030982 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 Acal do? To advance the education of the public in the treatment and care of animals (be they pet, farm or wild animals or birds). and to relieve the suffering of animals and birds which have been mistreated or abandoned. In furtherance thereof the organisation shall provide and staff a telephone helpline and provide an internet site which, those seeking assistance, can contact at any time for information and advice including referral to other organisations, rescue centres, veterinary care providers and statutory bodies best able to assist the animal or animals for which the caller seeks help. Does Acal have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Acal. 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 Acal? Acal's website is http://www.adviceaboutanimals.info — 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=SC030982).