--- title: "ARC - Arbroath — check charity number SC047000 | CharityCompare" description: "Is ARC - Arbroath a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047000. the advancement of animal welfare charity based in Angus. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/arc-arbroath retrieved: 2026-08-18T23:21:45.780Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer ARC - Arbroath is a registered charity (number SC047000) 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 animal welfare. Its latest reported income was £21,145 (year ending 2024-11-30). 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 ARC - Arbroath? Registered charity number SC047000 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Angus Latest income (year ending 2024-11-30) £21,145 Website [www.arcarbroath.co.uk](http://www.arcarbroath.co.uk/) ## What does ARC - Arbroath do? Charity is set up to care for and rehome animals such as dogs and small furries such as rabbits. This is done through fundraising, donations and increasing public awareness of our service primarily through the use of social media. ## What causes is ARC - Arbroath registered for? the advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for ARC - Arbroath yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. ARC - Arbroath 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=arc-arbroath&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.arcarbroath.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is ARC - Arbroath a legitimate charity? Yes. ARC - Arbroath is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047000) 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 ARC - Arbroath's charity number? ARC - Arbroath's charity number is SC047000. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047000? Search SC047000 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 ARC - Arbroath do? Charity is set up to care for and rehome animals such as dogs and small furries such as rabbits. This is done through fundraising, donations and increasing public awareness of our service primarily through the use of social media. Does ARC - Arbroath have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for ARC - Arbroath. 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 ARC - Arbroath? ARC - Arbroath's website is http://www.arcarbroath.co.uk — 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=SC047000).