Acss
Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data
Acss is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education, the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, the promotion of religious or racial harmony.
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What are the key facts about Acss?
- Reported income · year ending 2025-04-30
- £9,898
- Reported spending · year ending 2025-04-30
- £5,918
- Registered charity number
- SC051216
- Status in source extract
- Registered
- Charity type
- SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
- Register contact address detail (not service area)
- City of Edinburgh
- Website
- www.acss.scot
Quick answer
What does Acss do?
The charity was established to advance education, culture, equality and racial harmony within African and Caribbean communities across Scotland. We promote awareness of racism, mental health and LGBTQ+ inclusion, reduce stigma, and support access to professional mental health services. We celebrate African and Caribbean culture and heritage through exhibitions, festivals and community events that are open and inclusive. We create safe spaces for dialogue that strengthen cohesion between African, Caribbean and wider Scottish communities. We represent and support all members of the community, p…
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
From the annual return
Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Acss
Answers Acss gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 30 April 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
- African Caribbean Society of Scotland
- Where it says it operates
- City of Edinburgh
What causes is Acss registered for?
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Acss a legitimate charity?
- The register data used for this profile lists Acss as a registered charity (number SC051216) 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 Acss's charity number?
- Acss's charity number is SC051216. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number SC051216?
- Search SC051216 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 Acss do?
- The charity was established to advance education, culture, equality and racial harmony within African and Caribbean communities across Scotland. We promote awareness of racism, mental health and LGBTQ+ inclusion, reduce stigma, and support access to professional mental health services. We celebrate African and Caribbean culture and heritage through exhibitions, festivals and community events that are open and inclusive. We create safe spaces for dialogue that strengthen cohesion between African, Caribbean and wider Scottish communities. We represent and support all members of the community, p…
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- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Acss. 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 Acss?
- Acss's website listed in our register data is http://www.acss.scot. 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 Acss registered as a charity?
- Acss was entered on the register on 24 August 2021.
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.