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title: "1st/3rd Johnstone (Central) Scout Group — check charity number SC052590 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is 1st/3rd Johnstone (Central) Scout Group a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052590. the advancement of education charity based in Renfrewshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/1st-3rd-johnstone-central-scout-group
retrieved: 2026-08-18T12:02:53.051Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

1st/3rd Johnstone (Central) Scout Group is a registered charity (number SC052590) 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; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £26,105 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available.

## What are the key facts about 1st/3rd Johnstone (Central) Scout Group?

Registered charity number

SC052590

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Unincorporated association

Location

Renfrewshire

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£26,105

Website

[www.johnstonecentralscouts.org.uk](https://www.johnstonecentralscouts.org.uk/)

## What does 1st/3rd Johnstone (Central) Scout Group do?

Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.

## What causes is 1st/3rd Johnstone (Central) Scout Group registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development

## Why is there no Clarity Score for 1st/3rd Johnstone (Central) Scout Group yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. 1st/3rd Johnstone (Central) Scout Group 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](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology)

## Is this your charity?

Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is 1st/3rd Johnstone (Central) Scout Group a legitimate charity?

Yes. 1st/3rd Johnstone (Central) Scout Group is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052590) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.

What is 1st/3rd Johnstone (Central) Scout Group's charity number?

1st/3rd Johnstone (Central) Scout Group's charity number is SC052590. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC052590?

Search SC052590 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.

What does 1st/3rd Johnstone (Central) Scout Group do?

Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.

Does 1st/3rd Johnstone (Central) Scout Group have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for 1st/3rd Johnstone (Central) Scout Group. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.

How can I donate to 1st/3rd Johnstone (Central) Scout Group?

1st/3rd Johnstone (Central) Scout Group's website is https://www.johnstonecentralscouts.org.uk/ — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07,
used under the
[Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/).
Always verify current details on the
[official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC052590).