01 Identity
Scottish charity record
- OSCR charity number
- SC041496
- Status
- Active
- Regulatory type
- Standard
- Designated religious body
- No
- Geographical spread
- More than one local authority area in Scotland
- Volunteers
- 1-50 volunteers
- Staff
- 0
- Postcode
- AB11 5YU
02 Purpose and work
What the charity exists to do
We provide opportunities for adults, marginalised by their inability to access technology, to enhance their knowledge and skills. they become more confident in the use of a range of digital devices. We do this in an informal and friendly social setting. The social aspect of our work is of equal importance to the learning. Our sessions are free and informal but educative and are run by highly motivated and caring volunteers. they are offered on a 1-2-1 basis at the learners own pace. Our service has transformed the lives of hundreds of digitally excluded adults in Aberdeen by breaking down barriers to technology use. Learners gain practical skills in areas such as online communication, accessing services, shopping safely, and using digital tools for health and wellbeing. This increased confidence not only helps them manage day-to-day life but also reduces social isolation, promotes independence, and improves mental wellbeing.
Charitable purposes
- the advancement of education
- the advancement of citizenship or community development
Beneficiaries
- Older People
Activities
- It carries out activities or services itself
Constitutional objectives
2. The purposes of the Association shall be the advancement of education in the field of technology and the advancement of citizenship and community development for the benefit of adults in the City of Aberdeen and in the North-East of Scotland who struggle to understand and access technology. In furtherance of this the Association will aim: a) To provide opportunities for adults to try out technologies by making facilities available which are user-friendly b) To ensure that adults have access to learning opportunities to develop their knowledge and skills. c) To ensure that they do not become isolated through lack of knowledge and understanding of technology. d) To work in partnership with other organisations to achieve these purposes.
03 Annual returns
Income and expenditure history
| Year end | Income | Expenditure | Staff | Return received |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 March 2025 | £26,668 | £30,357 | 0 | 6 November 2025 |
| 31 March 2024 | £24,146 | £19,608 | 0 | 20 October 2024 |
| 31 March 2023 | £18,727 | £15,688 | 0 | 14 November 2023 |
| 31 March 2022 | £13,170 | £10,709 | 0 | 14 November 2022 |
| 31 March 2021 | £13,960 | £12,588 | 0 | 21 October 2021 |
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
- c/o ACVO, VSA Building, 38 Castle Street, Aberdeen
- Website supplied to OSCR
- www.silvercitysurfers.co.uk
- Parent charity
- Not supplied
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05 Provenance
Source for this profile
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