01 Identity
Scottish charity record
- OSCR charity number
- SC052584
- Status
- Active
- Regulatory type
- Standard
- Designated religious body
- No
- Geographical spread
- UK and overseas
- Volunteers
- 0 volunteers
- Staff
- 0
- Postcode
- AB11 6UQ
02 Purpose and work
What the charity exists to do
The Goan Community of Aberdeen (GCA) is set up to promote and preserve Goan arts, culture, heritage and traditions while bringing people together and supporting community wellbeing. We aim to increase public understanding and appreciation of Goan culture through events, celebrations, music, dance, drama, food, faith-based activities and educational opportunities that are open to people of all backgrounds. We achieve our aims by organising cultural and community events, encouraging participation from children, young people and adults, and providing opportunities for people to share their skills and talents. We also work to promote inclusion, celebrate diversity, strengthen community connections and support charitable causes within Aberdeen through fundraising and community activities. Our events help people learn about different cultures, build social connections and foster a sense of belonging within the wider community
Charitable purposes
- the prevention or relief of poverty
- the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science
Beneficiaries
- No specific group, or for the benefit of the community
- Other charities or voluntary bodies
Activities
- It makes grants, donations or gifts to organisations
- It carries out activities or services itself
Constitutional objectives
The organisation's purposes are: To improve and advance the lives of those who live and work in the community of Aberdeen and overseas through- the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture, or science through increasing public exposure to, and appreciation of Goan art, culture, heritage, dance, music, food, drama (play & movie) festivals, etc the relief of poverty through fundraising to support local food banks and overseas organisations with a similar charitable purpose. In furtherance of these purposes the organisation will then. Increase public exposure to, appreciation of, or involvement in the arts. Raise funds, receive grant and donations. Apply funds to carry out the work of the charity. Co-operate with and support other charities with similar purposes. Do anything which is lawful and necessary to achieve the purposes. Reaching out to new audiences through events, exercise sessions. Providing opportunities for participation. Encouraging high standards by raising artistic skills and nurturing talent. Create Inclusion so that the people of Aberdeen and surrounding areas experience the diversity of cultures surrounding us and learn new things. Help everyone appreciate different cultures, backgrounds, and lifestyles.
03 Annual returns
Income and expenditure history
| Year end | Income | Expenditure | Staff | Return received |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 September 2025 | £6,415 | £6,107 | 0 | 6 August 2026 |
| 30 September 2024 | £13,058 | £12,898 | 0 | 23 April 2025 |
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
- 49F Fonthill Road, Aberdeen
- Website supplied to OSCR
- https://goancommunityaberdeen.co.uk/about/
- Parent charity
- Not supplied
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05 Provenance
Source for this profile
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