Is 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts as a registered charity (number SC053057) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts's charity number?

23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts's charity number is SC053057. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC053057?

Search SC053057 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.

Does 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts?

23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.

When was 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts registered as a charity?

23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts was entered on the register on 11 January 2024.

Registered charity · No. SC053057Unincorporated association

23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education, the advancement of citizenship or community development.

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What are the key facts about 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts?

Reported income · year ending 2025-03-31: £13,276
Reported spending · year ending 2025-03-31: £6,443
Registered charity number: SC053057
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Unincorporated association
Register contact address detail (not service area): West Lothian

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23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts (number SC053057) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts do?

Our charity was set up to support and empower young people through the values and activities of Scouting. We aim to provide a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment where youth—particularly from minority communities—can develop confidence, leadership, teamwork, and life skills. Our focus is not only on fun and adventure but also on building strong, responsible individuals who are active members of their community.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts

Answers 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 March 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 11 January 2024
Where it says it operates: West Lothian

What causes is 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development

Why is there no Clarity Score for 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

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Frequently asked questions

Is 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts as a registered charity (number SC053057) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts's charity number?: 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts's charity number is SC053057. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC053057?: Search SC053057 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 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts do?: Our charity was set up to support and empower young people through the values and activities of Scouting. We aim to provide a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment where youth—particularly from minority communities—can develop confidence, leadership, teamwork, and life skills. Our focus is not only on fun and adventure but also on building strong, responsible individuals who are active members of their community.
Does 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts. 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 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts?: 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.
When was 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts registered as a charity?: 23rd West Lothian (Al-Huda) Scouts was entered on the register on 11 January 2024.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.