Gca
Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data
Gca is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the prevention or relief of poverty, the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science.
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What are the key facts about Gca?
- Reported income · year ending 2025-09-30
- £6,415
- Reported spending · year ending 2025-09-30
- £6,107
- Registered charity number
- SC052584
- Status in source extract
- Registered
- Charity type
- SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
- Register contact address detail (not service area)
- Aberdeen
Quick answer
What does Gca do?
The Goan Community of Aberdeen (GCA) is set up to promote and preserve Goan arts, culture, heritage and traditions while bringing people together and supporting community wellbeing. We aim to increase public understanding and appreciation of Goan culture through events, celebrations, music, dance, drama, food, faith-based activities and educational opportunities that are open to people of all backgrounds. We achieve our aims by organising cultural and community events, encouraging participation from children, young people and adults, and providing opportunities for people to share their skill…
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Gca
Answers Gca gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 30 September 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Registration details
- Registered as a charity
- Also known as
- Goan Community Aberdeen
- Where it says it operates
- Aberdeen
What causes is Gca registered for?
Why is there no Clarity Score for Gca yet?
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Gca a legitimate charity?
- The register data used for this profile lists Gca as a registered charity (number SC052584) 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 Gca's charity number?
- Gca's charity number is SC052584. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number SC052584?
- Search SC052584 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 Gca do?
- The Goan Community of Aberdeen (GCA) is set up to promote and preserve Goan arts, culture, heritage and traditions while bringing people together and supporting community wellbeing. We aim to increase public understanding and appreciation of Goan culture through events, celebrations, music, dance, drama, food, faith-based activities and educational opportunities that are open to people of all backgrounds. We achieve our aims by organising cultural and community events, encouraging participation from children, young people and adults, and providing opportunities for people to share their skill…
- Does Gca have reviews and complaints?
- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Gca. 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 Gca?
- Gca's website listed in our register data is https://goancommunityaberdeen.co.uk/about/. 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.
- When was Gca registered as a charity?
- Gca was entered on the register on 1 June 2023.
Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.