--- title: "Dorothy Dunnett Society — charity SC030649" description: "Dorothy Dunnett Society (charity SC030649). Check registration, activities, accounts and official sources. Independent UK charity profile." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dorothy-dunnett-society retrieved: 2026-09-23T04:46:34.587Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dorothy Dunnett Society is listed as a registered charity (number SC030649) in the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data used for this profile. Verify its current status and contact details on the live register before donating. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £51,296 (year ending 2025-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score can be added when it enters our detailed scoring dataset. ## What are the key facts about Dorothy Dunnett Society? Registered charity number SC030649 Status in source extract Registered Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Register contact locality (not service coverage) Fife Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £51,296 Website [www.dorothydunnett.org](http://www.dorothydunnett.org/) ## What does Dorothy Dunnett Society do? We award grants in collaboration with the University of the Highlands and Islands and grants to academics, e.g. for book illustrations and attendance at an international conference. Issue a quarterly magazine “Whispering Gallery”. The articles in it cover a range of historical and literary themes that take their impetus from Dorothy Dunnett’s books. Organise two in-person lecture days per year and two on-line lectures. Liaise with the National Library of Scotland regarding the preservation and accessibility of the Dorothy Dunnett archive. Contribute funding and judges for the annual Historica… ## What causes is Dorothy Dunnett Society registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dorothy Dunnett Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dorothy Dunnett Society 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. A rating can be added when the charity enters our scoring dataset with enough filing data. Payment never influences a rating. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## What should you check before donating to Dorothy Dunnett Society? - Match the registered name and number to the appeal. A real charity number can be copied by someone impersonating the organisation. - Open the current register entry to check status, contact details and available accounts. This profile reflects a dated extract. - Read the charity’s annual report for its work and results. An unrated profile means we lack a full assessment; it is not a negative rating. [How to read charity accounts](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/guides/how-to-read-accounts) · [Explore rated charities](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity-directory) ## Provided by the charity Supporting public source ## 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=dorothy-dunnett-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.dorothydunnett.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dorothy Dunnett Society a legitimate charity? The register data used for this profile lists Dorothy Dunnett Society as a registered charity (number SC030649) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating. What is Dorothy Dunnett Society's charity number? Dorothy Dunnett Society's charity number is SC030649. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC030649? Search SC030649 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 Dorothy Dunnett Society do? We award grants in collaboration with the University of the Highlands and Islands and grants to academics, e.g. for book illustrations and attendance at an international conference. Issue a quarterly magazine “Whispering Gallery”. The articles in it cover a range of historical and literary themes that take their impetus from Dorothy Dunnett’s books. Organise two in-person lecture days per year and two on-line lectures. Liaise with the National Library of Scotland regarding the preservation and accessibility of the Dorothy Dunnett archive. Contribute funding and judges for the annual Historica… Does Dorothy Dunnett Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dorothy Dunnett Society. 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 Dorothy Dunnett Society? Dorothy Dunnett Society's website listed in our register data is http://www.dorothydunnett.org. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-09-08, 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=SC030649).