--- title: "Cipfa — check charity number SC037963 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cipfa a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC037963. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cipfa retrieved: 2026-08-19T07:06:41.082Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cipfa is a registered charity (number SC037963) 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. Its latest reported income was £30,881,000 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Cipfa? Registered charity number SC037963 Status Registered (active) Charity type Statutory corporation (Royal Charter etc) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £30,881,000 Website [www.cipfa.org](http://www.cipfa.org/) ## What does Cipfa do? The principal objects and purposes for which the Institute is hereby constituted are: (a) to advance the science of public finance and of accountancy and cognate subject as applied to all or any of the duties imposed upon and functions undertaken by public service bodies. (b)to promote public education therein. (c) to promote and to publish the results of studies and research work therein and in related subjects. (d) to advance and promote co-operation between accountancy bodies in any way. to advance and promote any scheme or schemes (howsoever constituted) which, as one or more of their ob… ## What causes is Cipfa registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cipfa yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cipfa 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=cipfa&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.cipfa.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cipfa a legitimate charity? Yes. Cipfa is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC037963) 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 Cipfa's charity number? Cipfa's charity number is SC037963. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC037963? Search SC037963 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 Cipfa do? The principal objects and purposes for which the Institute is hereby constituted are: (a) to advance the science of public finance and of accountancy and cognate subject as applied to all or any of the duties imposed upon and functions undertaken by public service bodies. (b)to promote public education therein. (c) to promote and to publish the results of studies and research work therein and in related subjects. (d) to advance and promote co-operation between accountancy bodies in any way. to advance and promote any scheme or schemes (howsoever constituted) which, as one or more of their ob… Does Cipfa have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cipfa. 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 Cipfa? Cipfa's website is http://www.cipfa.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=SC037963).