01 Identity
Scottish charity record
- OSCR charity number
- SC027349
- Status
- Active
- Regulatory type
- Standard
- Designated religious body
- No
- Geographical spread
- Operations cover all or most of Scotland
- Volunteers
- 1-50 volunteers
- Staff
- 0
- Postcode
- TD1 1RB
OSCR note: Former legal name Selkirkshire Federation of Scottish Women's Institute from 24 December 1997 to 12 June 2019
02 Purpose and work
What the charity exists to do
The charity exists to educate and train women in many aspects of life, from cooking to various crafts, to history and sporting activities. We do this through the organisation of regular classes and demonstrations which are open to all members, thereby encouraging everyone to learn new skills, share skills with others, while at the same time enjoying each others company.
Charitable purposes
- the advancement of education
- the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science
Beneficiaries
- Other defined groups
Activities
- It carries out activities or services itself
Constitutional objectives
The aims of the organisation shall be: a) To advance the education and skills of women and girls • To provide a platform for social activities and networking • To promote the preservation and development of Scotland's heritage and culture • To promote and work with like-minded organisations at home and abroad
03 Annual returns
Income and expenditure history
| Year end | Income | Expenditure | Staff | Return received |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 August 2025 | £2,665 | £3,147 | 0 | 15 July 2026 |
| 31 August 2024 | £2,194 | £2,217 | 0 | 9 March 2025 |
| 31 August 2023 | £3,608 | £3,134 | 0 | 8 May 2024 |
| 31 August 2022 | £1,337 | £1,335 | 0 | 11 May 2023 |
| 31 August 2021 | £3,082 | £2,968 | 0 | 3 March 2022 |
Figures are those reported by the charity and supplied in the OSCR bulk download. Blank facts remain distinct from zero.
04 Contact record
Principal office or trustees address
- Address supplied to OSCR
- 249 Wood Street, Galashiels
- Website supplied to OSCR
- Not supplied
- Parent charity
- Scottish Women's Institutes SCIO · SC053058
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05 Provenance
Source for this profile
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