--- title: "Basa — check charity number SC050918 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Basa a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050918. the advancement of education charity based in Aberdeen. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/basa retrieved: 2026-08-18T08:22:29.759Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Basa is a registered charity (number SC050918) 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 £11,945 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Basa? Registered charity number SC050918 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Aberdeen Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £11,945 ## What does Basa do? BUTA Azerbaijan-Scotland Association exists to connect and strengthen the Azerbaijani community in Scotland The charity is aiming at building bridges of understanding with the wider Scottish public. We do this by promoting Azerbaijani language, culture and heritage through community events, educational activities, cultural programs. We run regular women's gatherings to reduce isolation and build connection, we are developing weekend sessions for children and adults focused on language learning, cultural identity, community belonging. We also support community members with information and sign… ## What causes is Basa 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 Basa yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Basa 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=basa&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Basa a legitimate charity? Yes. Basa is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050918) 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 Basa's charity number? Basa's charity number is SC050918. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050918? Search SC050918 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 Basa do? BUTA Azerbaijan-Scotland Association exists to connect and strengthen the Azerbaijani community in Scotland The charity is aiming at building bridges of understanding with the wider Scottish public. We do this by promoting Azerbaijani language, culture and heritage through community events, educational activities, cultural programs. We run regular women's gatherings to reduce isolation and build connection, we are developing weekend sessions for children and adults focused on language learning, cultural identity, community belonging. We also support community members with information and sign… Does Basa have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Basa. 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 Basa? Basa 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=SC050918).