--- title: "Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust — check charity number SC040877 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC040877. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/aberdeen-group-charitable-trust retrieved: 2026-08-18T02:02:19.472Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust is a registered charity (number SC040877) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of health. Its latest reported income was £6,201,996 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust? Registered charity number SC040877 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £6,201,996 Website [www.aberdeenplc.com/en-gb/group-sustainability/aberdeen-group-charitable-trust](https://www.aberdeenplc.com/en-gb/group-sustainability/aberdeen-group-charitable-trust) ## What does Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust do? Our vision is for a world where people in our communities have the confidence, resources and opportunities to build a secure future. And a world where we all benefit from a thriving natural environment. Our mission is to empower people by building financial capability and creating pathways to fair work. We will also invest in nature, recognising its vital role in healthy communities and economies. Through our partnerships and the grants we provide we enable transformational initiatives, spark ideas and generate insight for meaningful impact. ## What causes is Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust 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=aberdeen-group-charitable-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.aberdeenplc.com/en-gb/group-sustainability/aberdeen-group-charitable-trust) ## Frequently asked questions Is Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC040877) 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 Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust's charity number? Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust's charity number is SC040877. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC040877? Search SC040877 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 Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust do? Our vision is for a world where people in our communities have the confidence, resources and opportunities to build a secure future. And a world where we all benefit from a thriving natural environment. Our mission is to empower people by building financial capability and creating pathways to fair work. We will also invest in nature, recognising its vital role in healthy communities and economies. Through our partnerships and the grants we provide we enable transformational initiatives, spark ideas and generate insight for meaningful impact. Does Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust. 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 Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust? Aberdeen Group Charitable Trust's website is https://www.aberdeenplc.com/en-gb/group-sustainability/aberdeen-group-charitable-trust — 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=SC040877).