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Our aim is to make the Bible available to people of every language, class and creed in a language they can understand, in a format they can use and at a price they can afford, and to encourage engagement with the Bible for the social and spiritual benefit of all people both in Scotland and elsewhere, but with only such note or comment as is necessary to assist engagement with the Bible and to enable effective partnership with the Christian churches. 'the advancement of religion' 3.1 This clause shall be interpreted as if it incorporated an over-riding qualification limiting the powers of the Society such that any activity which would otherwise be permitted by the terms of the clause may …
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Scottish Bible Society has a substantially complete profile, sourced from OSCR.
- Established in 1892, it is among the oldest religion charities in the United Kingdom GiveRadar tracks. View this cohort
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 98% of the 19,351 religion charities in the United Kingdom with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- Its integrity score of 41 is below most of the 22,156 religion charities in the United Kingdom GiveRadar tracks. GiveRadar bases this on limited verified information so far, with little on record for its governance. Explore United Kingdom data
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyScottish Bible Society is a registered religion nonprofit based in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 1892 and has been operating for 134 years. Its registration number is SC010767. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 41/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £1M in annual revenue.
Scottish Bible Society's official registration number is SC010767, as recorded in the national registry of United Kingdom.
Scottish Bible Society has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 41/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 41 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 80% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for religion charities in United Kingdom is 86/100.
Scottish Bible Society is located in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 1892 and has been active for 134 years.
Based on official tax filings, Scottish Bible Society has £1M in annual revenue. It allocates 80% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 89% for religion charities in United Kingdom. Fundraising costs represent 20%. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of £313K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Scottish Bible Society is classified as a Religion organization, registered in United Kingdom. It operates as a Charitable Company. It has £1M in annual revenue.
According to GiveRadar's records, Scottish Bible Society is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales and overseen by the Charity Commission. It reports that 80% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 89%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
Our aim is to make the Bible available to people of every language, class and creed in a language they can understand, in a format they can use and at a price they can afford, and to encourage engagement with the Bible for the social and spiritual benefit of all people both in Scotland and elsewhere, but with only such note or comment as is necessary to assist engagement with the Bible and to enable effective partnership with the Christian churches. 'the advancement of religion' 3.1 This clause shall be interpreted as if it incorporated an over-riding qualification limiting the powers of the Society such that any activity which would... Scottish Bible Society is classified as a religion organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 1892.
Among religion charities registered in United Kingdom: It allocates 80% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 89%. Its annual revenue of £1M is well above the peer average of £313K.
Scottish Bible Society is a charitable company limited by guarantee, the most common incorporated form for UK charities. It is registered with both Companies House and the Charity Commission, and must file annual accounts with both regulators. Directors (who are also charity trustees) have limited liability. Its Charity Commission registration number is SC010767.
You can verify Scottish Bible Society in several ways. First, search the Charity Commission Register at https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/ - every charity registered in England and Wales appears here with its registration number, trustees, governing document, and filed accounts. Because this is a charitable company, you can also check its filings on Companies House (https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/). Second, check whether the charity's annual return and accounts are up to date - the Commission flags charities with overdue filings. Third, look for the Fundraising Regulator badge on the charity's website, which signals voluntary compliance with the Code of Fundraising Practice.
You can donate to Scottish Bible Society directly through its donation page (https://www.scottishbiblesociety.org/support-us/appeals/seen-valuable-loved-cambodia). UK charities typically accept online card payments, direct debit, and bank transfer. Many also use platforms such as JustGiving or Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). If you are a UK taxpayer, make sure to tick the Gift Aid box: it lets the charity reclaim 25p from HMRC for every pound you give at no extra cost to you. Higher-rate taxpayers can claim back the difference between basic-rate and their marginal rate through Self Assessment. Payroll Giving (Give As You Earn) lets you donate pre-tax through your employer.
Donations to Scottish Bible Society are eligible for Gift Aid if you are a UK income-tax or capital-gains-tax payer. Gift Aid adds 25% to your donation at no cost to you (the charity reclaims basic-rate tax from HMRC). Higher-rate and additional-rate taxpayers can also claim back the difference through Self Assessment or by adjusting their PAYE tax code. Gifts of shares, property, or land to charity are free of Capital Gains Tax and can be deducted from your income for Income Tax purposes. Legacy gifts (in your will) reduce the value of your estate for Inheritance Tax and can lower the IHT rate from 40% to 36% if you leave at least 10% to charity.
Scottish Bible Society is based in Edinburgh in Scotland. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.
Scottish Bible Society was first registered in 1892, making it approximately 134 years old. UK charities must file an annual return with the Charity Commission to remain on the register. A long registration history generally indicates sustained operations and continuous regulatory compliance.
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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
Scottish Bible Society is in United Kingdom, a TGE (Transnational Giving Europe) member country. Dutch donors can route gifts via Stichting Transnational Giving Europe to receive Dutch ANBI-equivalent deductibility, subject to TGE's 5% pass-through fee.
Scottish Bible Society is registered in United Kingdom. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
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Founding date · 1892
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Mission statementNo self-published statement of purpose
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
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Quick facts about Scottish Bible Society
- What is Scottish Bible Society?
- Scottish Bible Society is a religion charitable company based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Our aim is to make the Bible available to people of every language, class and creed in a language they can understand, in a format they can use and at a price they can afford, and to encourage engagement with the Bible for the social and spiritual benefit of all people both in Scotland and elsewhere, but with only such note or comment as is necessary to assist engagement with the Bible and to enable effective partnership with the Christian churches. 'the advancement of religion' 3.1 This clause shall be interpreted as if it incorporated an over-riding qualification limiting the powers of the Society such that any activity which would otherwise be permitted by the terms of the clause may be carried on only if that activity furthers a purpose which is regarded as charitable for the purposes of Section 505 Income and Corporation Taxes Act 1988 (including any statutory amendment or re-enactment for the time being in force). 3.2 Subject to the over-riding qualification in clause 3.1, the Society's objects are to advance the Christian religion. In furtherance thereof, but not otherwise, the Society shall seek: 3.2.1 to make the Bible available to people of every language, class and creed in a language they can understand, in a format they can use and at a price they can afford, and to encourage engagement with the Bible for the social and spiritual benefit of all people both in Scotland and elsewhere, but with only such note or comment as is necessary to assist engagement with the Bible and to enable effective partnership with the Christian churches. 3.2.2 to co-operate with members of the United Bible Societies and other organisations for the purpose of carrying out the activities set out in clause 3.2.1.
- When was Scottish Bible Society founded?
- Scottish Bible Society was founded in 1892.
- Where is Scottish Bible Society located?
- Headquartered in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom.
- What is Scottish Bible Society's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately £1M-£10M. 80% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Scottish Bible Society trustworthy?
- Scottish Bible Society has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 41 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Scottish Bible Society's registration number?
- Registration: SC010767 (United Kingdom).
- What is Scottish Bible Society's website?
- https://www.scottishbiblesociety.org
- Are donations to Scottish Bible Society tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.