--- title: "Arran Civic Trust - Act — check charity number SC023504 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Arran Civic Trust - Act a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC023504. the advancement of education charity based in North Ayrshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/arran-civic-trust-act retrieved: 2026-08-19T00:41:16.958Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Arran Civic Trust - Act is a registered charity (number SC023504) 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 education; the advancement of citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £1,029 (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 Arran Civic Trust - Act? Registered charity number SC023504 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location North Ayrshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,029 ## What does Arran Civic Trust - Act do? We are set up to research the history and design of Arran's buildings and to publish books to encourage interest and understanding of them. We monitor developments and planning proposals for change and support or oppose them where we feel it is necessary. We organise visits and talks to help build knowledge about historical buildings and good design to improve the environment and help address the shortage of good, affordable housing. Our trustees have a range of skills including in the arts, environmental sciences and research and campaigning techniques. ## What causes is Arran Civic Trust - Act registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Arran Civic Trust - Act yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Arran Civic Trust - Act 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=arran-civic-trust-act&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Arran Civic Trust - Act a legitimate charity? Yes. Arran Civic Trust - Act is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC023504) 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 Arran Civic Trust - Act's charity number? Arran Civic Trust - Act's charity number is SC023504. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC023504? Search SC023504 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 Arran Civic Trust - Act do? We are set up to research the history and design of Arran's buildings and to publish books to encourage interest and understanding of them. We monitor developments and planning proposals for change and support or oppose them where we feel it is necessary. We organise visits and talks to help build knowledge about historical buildings and good design to improve the environment and help address the shortage of good, affordable housing. Our trustees have a range of skills including in the arts, environmental sciences and research and campaigning techniques. Does Arran Civic Trust - Act have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Arran Civic Trust - Act. 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 Arran Civic Trust - Act? Arran Civic Trust - Act 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=SC023504).