--- title: "Community Development Alliance Scotland — check charity number SC038638 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Community Development Alliance Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC038638. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/community-development-alliance-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-19T12:16:32.539Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Community Development Alliance Scotland is a registered charity (number SC038638) 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 citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £25,000 (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 Community Development Alliance Scotland? Registered charity number SC038638 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £25,000 Website [www.communitydevelopmentalliancescotland.org](http://www.communitydevelopmentalliancescotland.org/) ## What does Community Development Alliance Scotland do? The objectives of the Alliance are to facilitate and raise the standards of community development practice and to: (a) identify and keep under review matters of mutual concern within the field of community development. (b) develop and influence policy, practice and training. (c) enable exchange of information on community development policy, administration and structures, with a view to development of competent local practice. (d) provide a forum for the discussion and debate of issues of national importance related to community development. (e) provide opportunities for the study of specific… ## What causes is Community Development Alliance Scotland registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Community Development Alliance Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Community Development Alliance Scotland 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=community-development-alliance-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.communitydevelopmentalliancescotland.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Community Development Alliance Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Community Development Alliance Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC038638) 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 Community Development Alliance Scotland's charity number? Community Development Alliance Scotland's charity number is SC038638. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC038638? Search SC038638 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 Community Development Alliance Scotland do? The objectives of the Alliance are to facilitate and raise the standards of community development practice and to: (a) identify and keep under review matters of mutual concern within the field of community development. (b) develop and influence policy, practice and training. (c) enable exchange of information on community development policy, administration and structures, with a view to development of competent local practice. (d) provide a forum for the discussion and debate of issues of national importance related to community development. (e) provide opportunities for the study of specific… Does Community Development Alliance Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Community Development Alliance Scotland. 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 Community Development Alliance Scotland? Community Development Alliance Scotland's website is http://www.communitydevelopmentalliancescotland.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=SC038638).