--- title: "Ciwem — check charity number SC038212 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ciwem a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC038212. 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/ciwem retrieved: 2026-08-19T07:57:01.428Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ciwem is a registered charity (number SC038212) 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 environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £4,207,031 (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 Ciwem? Registered charity number SC038212 Status Registered (active) Charity type Statutory corporation (Royal Charter etc) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £4,207,031 Website [www.ciwem.org](http://www.ciwem.org/) ## What does Ciwem do? The objects of the lnstitution shall be: (a) To advance the science and practice of water and environmental management for the public benefit. To promote education, training, study and research in the said science and practice for the public benefit and to publish the useful results of such research. To establish and maintain for the public benefit appropriate standards of competence and conduct on the part of members of the Institution. ## What causes is Ciwem registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ciwem yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ciwem 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=ciwem&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ciwem.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ciwem a legitimate charity? Yes. Ciwem is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC038212) 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 Ciwem's charity number? Ciwem's charity number is SC038212. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC038212? Search SC038212 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 Ciwem do? The objects of the lnstitution shall be: (a) To advance the science and practice of water and environmental management for the public benefit. To promote education, training, study and research in the said science and practice for the public benefit and to publish the useful results of such research. To establish and maintain for the public benefit appropriate standards of competence and conduct on the part of members of the Institution. Does Ciwem have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ciwem. 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 Ciwem? Ciwem's website is http://www.ciwem.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=SC038212).