--- title: "Aproxima — check charity number SC048801 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Aproxima a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048801. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/aproxima retrieved: 2026-08-18T23:21:43.939Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Aproxima is a registered charity (number SC048801) 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 £221,335 (year ending 2026-03-31). 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 Aproxima? Registered charity number SC048801 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £221,335 ## What does Aproxima do? Aproxima SCIO is an environmental art charity that is dedicated to the advancement of citizenship and community, through collaborating with communities to make high quality horticultural and cultural events and intiatives. We run a community garden in North Glasgow that takes is some of the most deprived areas in Glasgow completely on a volunteer basis providing fresh food and informal teaching to participants from the age of 2-75 years old. We are currently working on a city wide initiative building spring and wildflower memorials in the Glasgow Necropolis garden cemetery, marking areas of… ## What causes is Aproxima registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Aproxima yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Aproxima 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=aproxima&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Aproxima a legitimate charity? Yes. Aproxima is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048801) 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 Aproxima's charity number? Aproxima's charity number is SC048801. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048801? Search SC048801 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 Aproxima do? Aproxima SCIO is an environmental art charity that is dedicated to the advancement of citizenship and community, through collaborating with communities to make high quality horticultural and cultural events and intiatives. We run a community garden in North Glasgow that takes is some of the most deprived areas in Glasgow completely on a volunteer basis providing fresh food and informal teaching to participants from the age of 2-75 years old. We are currently working on a city wide initiative building spring and wildflower memorials in the Glasgow Necropolis garden cemetery, marking areas of… Does Aproxima have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Aproxima. 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 Aproxima? Aproxima does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC048801).