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Registered charity · No. SC054488SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)Glasgow City

Scots Philosophical Association

Scots Philosophical Association is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of education, based in Glasgow City.

Quick answer

Scots Philosophical Association is a registered charity (number SC054488) 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. CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available.

Key facts

Registered charity number
SC054488
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Location
Glasgow City

What the charity does

To advance education and research, in particular through: promoting the study of philosophy generally. facilitating the exchange of views on philosophical topics among those teaching and researching the subject in Scotland. and providing a regular opportunity for the of matters of general interest to philosophers, including particularly questions concerned with the teaching and researching of philosophy.

Registered causes

the advancement of education

Why there's no Clarity Score yet

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Scots Philosophical Association 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Scots Philosophical Association a legitimate charity?
Yes. Scots Philosophical Association is a registered charity (number SC054488) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register.
What does Scots Philosophical Association do?
To advance education and research, in particular through: promoting the study of philosophy generally. facilitating the exchange of views on philosophical topics among those teaching and researching the subject in Scotland. and providing a regular opportunity for the of matters of general interest to philosophers, including particularly questions concerned with the teaching and researching of philosophy.
How can I donate to Scots Philosophical Association?
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Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-07-18, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.