Is Highland Geological Society a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Highland Geological Society as a registered charity (number SC054215) 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 Highland Geological Society's charity number?

Highland Geological Society's charity number is SC054215. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC054215?

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Does Highland Geological Society have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to Highland Geological Society?

Highland Geological Society's website listed in our register data is https://www.highlandgeologicalsociety.scot. 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 Highland Geological Society registered as a charity?

Highland Geological Society was entered on the register on 7 May 2025.

Registered charity · No. SC054215SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Highland Geological Society

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

Highland Geological Society is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education, the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science.

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What are the key facts about Highland Geological Society?

Reported income · year ending 2025-12-31: £6,249
Reported spending · year ending 2025-12-31: £760
Registered charity number: SC054215
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Highland
Website: www.highlandgeologicalsociety.scot

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Highland Geological Society (number SC054215) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Highland Geological Society do?

We encourage people to learn more about, share knowledge of, and enjoy geology and related earth sciences. Membership is open to all and our members range from professional geologists to those with no prior knowledge. We issue online newsletters and hold regular talks and events, aiming to be as inclusive as possible, especially given the large geographical area of the Highlands. Talks and lectures include in-person and online, mostly with no charge. Events include local outings and longer trips further afield to learn about different geological features. We help support the work of ot…

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Highland Geological Society

Answers Highland Geological Society gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 December 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: 7 May 2025
Where it says it operates: Highland

What causes is Highland Geological Society registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science

Why is there no Clarity Score for Highland Geological Society yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Highland Geological Society. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

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Frequently asked questions

Is Highland Geological Society a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Highland Geological Society as a registered charity (number SC054215) 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 Highland Geological Society's charity number?: Highland Geological Society's charity number is SC054215. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC054215?: Search SC054215 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 Highland Geological Society do?: We encourage people to learn more about, share knowledge of, and enjoy geology and related earth sciences. Membership is open to all and our members range from professional geologists to those with no prior knowledge. We issue online newsletters and hold regular talks and events, aiming to be as inclusive as possible, especially given the large geographical area of the Highlands. Talks and lectures include in-person and online, mostly with no charge. Events include local outings and longer trips further afield to learn about different geological features. We help support the work of ot…
Does Highland Geological Society have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Highland Geological 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 Highland Geological Society?: Highland Geological Society's website listed in our register data is https://www.highlandgeologicalsociety.scot. 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 Highland Geological Society registered as a charity?: Highland Geological Society was entered on the register on 7 May 2025.

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.