--- title: "Caolas — check charity number SC047982 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Caolas a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047982. the advancement of education charity based in Argyll And Bute. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/caolas retrieved: 2026-08-18T08:22:29.566Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Caolas is a registered charity (number SC047982) 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 £72,682 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Caolas? Registered charity number SC047982 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Argyll And Bute Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £72,682 Website [www.caolas.org](http://www.caolas.org/) ## What does Caolas do? ? encourage and promote sustainable use of local waters for recreation, fishing and other marine activities ? promote and carry out research, surveys and investigations of the local marine environment ? involve the community and raise awareness of marine issues and the related cultural heritage ? educate and involve younger members of the community ? protect and allow recovery of biodiversity and natural processes in the Sound of Mull, Loch Sunart ? Work with other community organisations, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), statutory organisations, the Scottish Government and others, to… ## What causes is Caolas 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 Caolas yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Caolas 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=caolas&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.caolas.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Caolas a legitimate charity? Yes. Caolas is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047982) 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 Caolas's charity number? Caolas's charity number is SC047982. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047982? Search SC047982 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 Caolas do? ? encourage and promote sustainable use of local waters for recreation, fishing and other marine activities ? promote and carry out research, surveys and investigations of the local marine environment ? involve the community and raise awareness of marine issues and the related cultural heritage ? educate and involve younger members of the community ? protect and allow recovery of biodiversity and natural processes in the Sound of Mull, Loch Sunart ? Work with other community organisations, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), statutory organisations, the Scottish Government and others, to… Does Caolas have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Caolas. 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 Caolas? Caolas's website is http://www.caolas.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=SC047982).