--- title: "Arbroath Old Church : Smith Bequest — check charity number SC001709 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Arbroath Old Church : Smith Bequest a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC001709. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Angus. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/arbroath-old-church-smith-bequest retrieved: 2026-08-18T23:28:39.775Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Arbroath Old Church : Smith Bequest is a registered charity (number SC001709) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £503 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Arbroath Old Church : Smith Bequest? Registered charity number SC001709 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Angus Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £503 ## What does Arbroath Old Church : Smith Bequest do? The Smith Bequest allows us to offer support to those most in need within our church community and across the Arbroath area. Over the last year we have done this bu offering Warm Spaces - Soup Lunches during the winter months and weekly evening meals and companionship to those most in need. However, during 2024 Arbroath Old & Abbey Church was one of nine churches that formed a union to become Arbroath and District Church of Scotland and so we are currently working out how this and other Trust funds will be used as we move forward. ## What causes is Arbroath Old Church : Smith Bequest registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Arbroath Old Church : Smith Bequest yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Arbroath Old Church : Smith 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=arbroath-old-church-smith-bequest&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Arbroath Old Church : Smith Bequest a legitimate charity? Yes. Arbroath Old Church : Smith Bequest is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC001709) 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 Arbroath Old Church : Smith Bequest's charity number? Arbroath Old Church : Smith Bequest's charity number is SC001709. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC001709? Search SC001709 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 Arbroath Old Church : Smith Bequest do? The Smith Bequest allows us to offer support to those most in need within our church community and across the Arbroath area. Over the last year we have done this bu offering Warm Spaces - Soup Lunches during the winter months and weekly evening meals and companionship to those most in need. However, during 2024 Arbroath Old & Abbey Church was one of nine churches that formed a union to become Arbroath and District Church of Scotland and so we are currently working out how this and other Trust funds will be used as we move forward. Does Arbroath Old Church : Smith Bequest have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Arbroath Old Church : Smith 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 Arbroath Old Church : Smith Bequest? Arbroath Old Church : Smith 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=SC001709).