--- title: "Alexander Macdonald Bequest — check charity number SC018568 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Alexander Macdonald Bequest a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC018568. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Aberdeen. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/alexander-macdonald-bequest retrieved: 2026-08-18T13:52:34.774Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Alexander Macdonald Bequest is a registered charity (number SC018568) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £1,794 (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 Alexander Macdonald Bequest? Registered charity number SC018568 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Aberdeen Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,794 ## What does Alexander Macdonald Bequest do? The advancement of arts, heritage and culture. ## What causes is Alexander Macdonald Bequest registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Alexander Macdonald Bequest yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Alexander Macdonald Bequest 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-macdonald-bequest&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Alexander Macdonald Bequest a legitimate charity? Yes. Alexander Macdonald Bequest is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC018568) 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 Macdonald Bequest's charity number? Alexander Macdonald Bequest's charity number is SC018568. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC018568? Search SC018568 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 Macdonald Bequest do? The advancement of arts, heritage and culture. Does Alexander Macdonald Bequest have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Alexander Macdonald Bequest. 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 Macdonald Bequest? Alexander Macdonald Bequest 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=SC018568).