--- title: "Cesi — check charity number SC055172 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cesi a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC055172. the advancement of education charity based in Inverclyde. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cesi retrieved: 2026-08-18T13:52:12.391Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cesi is a registered charity (number SC055172) 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 promotion of equality and diversity. 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 Cesi? Registered charity number SC055172 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Inverclyde ## What does Cesi do? The organisation’s purposes are: - To advance citizenship and community development by empowering and supporting immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers in Inverclyde through programmes that promote social inclusion, integration and participation in community life. To relieve those in need by reason of financial hardship, social disadvantage, homelessness, displacement, abuse or other vulnerability, including migrants, refugees, asylum seekers and other disadvantaged individuals and families, through the provision of practical support, advice and assistance. To advance education by providi… ## What causes is Cesi registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe promotion of equality and diversity ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cesi yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cesi 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=cesi&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cesi a legitimate charity? Yes. Cesi is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC055172) 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 Cesi's charity number? Cesi's charity number is SC055172. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC055172? Search SC055172 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 Cesi do? The organisation’s purposes are: - To advance citizenship and community development by empowering and supporting immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers in Inverclyde through programmes that promote social inclusion, integration and participation in community life. To relieve those in need by reason of financial hardship, social disadvantage, homelessness, displacement, abuse or other vulnerability, including migrants, refugees, asylum seekers and other disadvantaged individuals and families, through the provision of practical support, advice and assistance. To advance education by providi… Does Cesi have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cesi. 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 Cesi? Cesi 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=SC055172).