--- title: "Arc (Kingussie) — check charity number SC045859 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Arc (Kingussie) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045859. the advancement of education charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/arc-kingussie retrieved: 2026-08-18T23:21:41.955Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Arc (Kingussie) is a registered charity (number SC045859) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £11,836 (year ending 2025-05-31). 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 Arc (Kingussie)? Registered charity number SC045859 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2025-05-31) £11,836 ## What does Arc (Kingussie) do? The present form of ARC - Kingussie was set up to provide events to entertain the residents and visitors to the area of Badenoch postcode PH21 and PH20. We do this by running a weekly film Club from September - April, holding an annual 3-4 day Film/Food Festival and musical evenings throughout the year. In 2023 we undertook to hold the weekly Film Club in our local 'village hall' and have been active in undertaking maintenance and improvements to the building. ## What causes is Arc (Kingussie) registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Arc (Kingussie) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Arc (Kingussie) 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=arc-kingussie&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Arc (Kingussie) a legitimate charity? Yes. Arc (Kingussie) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045859) 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 Arc (Kingussie)'s charity number? Arc (Kingussie)'s charity number is SC045859. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC045859? Search SC045859 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 Arc (Kingussie) do? The present form of ARC - Kingussie was set up to provide events to entertain the residents and visitors to the area of Badenoch postcode PH21 and PH20. We do this by running a weekly film Club from September - April, holding an annual 3-4 day Film/Food Festival and musical evenings throughout the year. In 2023 we undertook to hold the weekly Film Club in our local 'village hall' and have been active in undertaking maintenance and improvements to the building. Does Arc (Kingussie) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Arc (Kingussie). 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 Arc (Kingussie)? Arc (Kingussie) 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=SC045859).