--- title: "Aia — check charity number SC016109 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Aia a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC016109. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Fife. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/aia retrieved: 2026-08-18T11:24:53.464Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Aia is a registered charity (number SC016109) 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; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £128,988 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Aia? Registered charity number SC016109 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Fife Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £128,988 Website [www.anstrutherimprovements.org](http://www.anstrutherimprovements.org/) ## What does Aia do? We are a community-led membership SCIO. Our aim is to support a thriving and resilient community, helping to improve Anstruther for all. We offer a range of events and activities for the community, engage in project work within our geographic area and manage a landmark heritage building for the benefit of the community. Our Anster Community Development Project has four key outcomes: People feel more connected to each other and to a sustainable, resilient community. People feel supported to take action and make things happen. People have more opportunities for volunteering and feel supported t… ## What causes is Aia registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Aia yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Aia 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=aia&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.anstrutherimprovements.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Aia a legitimate charity? Yes. Aia is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC016109) 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 Aia's charity number? Aia's charity number is SC016109. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC016109? Search SC016109 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 Aia do? We are a community-led membership SCIO. Our aim is to support a thriving and resilient community, helping to improve Anstruther for all. We offer a range of events and activities for the community, engage in project work within our geographic area and manage a landmark heritage building for the benefit of the community. Our Anster Community Development Project has four key outcomes: People feel more connected to each other and to a sustainable, resilient community. People feel supported to take action and make things happen. People have more opportunities for volunteering and feel supported t… Does Aia have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Aia. 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 Aia? Aia's website is http://www.anstrutherimprovements.org — 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=SC016109).