--- title: "Alexander Cooper of Failford Trust — check charity number SC002794 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Alexander Cooper of Failford Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC002794. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in East Ayrshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/alexander-cooper-of-failford-trust retrieved: 2026-08-18T13:59:23.259Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Alexander Cooper of Failford Trust is a registered charity (number SC002794) 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. 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 Alexander Cooper of Failford Trust? Registered charity number SC002794 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location East Ayrshire ## What does Alexander Cooper of Failford Trust do? I hereby DIRECT and APPOINT that the residue or remainder of my said Estate Effects and Rents above conveyed, after the preceding purposes are fulfilled, shall be applied by my said Trustees in founding, erecting and establishing a House for the benefit of deserving old people belonging to the Parishes of Tarbolton and Mauchline above forty years of age who may be reduced in their circumstances and unable to support themselves. ## What causes is Alexander Cooper of Failford Trust registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Alexander Cooper of Failford Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Alexander Cooper of Failford 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=alexander-cooper-of-failford-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Alexander Cooper of Failford Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Alexander Cooper of Failford Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC002794) 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 Alexander Cooper of Failford Trust's charity number? Alexander Cooper of Failford Trust's charity number is SC002794. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC002794? Search SC002794 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 Alexander Cooper of Failford Trust do? I hereby DIRECT and APPOINT that the residue or remainder of my said Estate Effects and Rents above conveyed, after the preceding purposes are fulfilled, shall be applied by my said Trustees in founding, erecting and establishing a House for the benefit of deserving old people belonging to the Parishes of Tarbolton and Mauchline above forty years of age who may be reduced in their circumstances and unable to support themselves. Does Alexander Cooper of Failford Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Alexander Cooper of Failford 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 Alexander Cooper of Failford Trust? Alexander Cooper of Failford Trust 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=SC002794).