--- title: "1st Montrose Scout Group — check charity number SC031753 | CharityCompare" description: "Is 1st Montrose Scout Group a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC031753. the advancement of education charity based in Angus. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/1st-montrose-scout-group retrieved: 2026-08-18T07:32:39.917Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer 1st Montrose Scout Group is a registered charity (number SC031753) 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 £16,065 (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 Montrose Scout Group? Registered charity number SC031753 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Angus Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £16,065 ## What does 1st Montrose Scout Group do? The Scout Group is constituted in terms of the rules of the Scout Association which is a charitable body incorporated by Royal Charter. The Group is a registered Scottish Charity - No SC031753 The purpose of Scouting is to actively engage and support young people in their personal development empowering them to make a positive contribution to society The method of achieving the aim of the Association is by providing an enjoyable and attractive scheme of progressive training, based on the Scout Promise and Law and guided by adult leadership ## What causes is 1st Montrose Scout Group registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for 1st Montrose Scout Group yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. 1st Montrose 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. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=1st-montrose-scout-group&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is 1st Montrose Scout Group a legitimate charity? Yes. 1st Montrose Scout Group is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC031753) 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 Montrose Scout Group's charity number? 1st Montrose Scout Group's charity number is SC031753. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC031753? Search SC031753 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 Montrose Scout Group do? The Scout Group is constituted in terms of the rules of the Scout Association which is a charitable body incorporated by Royal Charter. The Group is a registered Scottish Charity - No SC031753 The purpose of Scouting is to actively engage and support young people in their personal development empowering them to make a positive contribution to society The method of achieving the aim of the Association is by providing an enjoyable and attractive scheme of progressive training, based on the Scout Promise and Law and guided by adult leadership Does 1st Montrose Scout Group have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for 1st Montrose 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 Montrose Scout Group? 1st Montrose Scout Group does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC031753).