--- title: "Arran Community Land Initiative — check charity number SC043886 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Arran Community Land Initiative a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC043886. 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-community-land-initiative retrieved: 2026-08-19T01:27:58.766Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Arran Community Land Initiative is a registered charity (number SC043886) 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 public participation in sport. Its latest reported income was £5,970 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Arran Community Land Initiative? Registered charity number SC043886 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location North Ayrshire Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £5,970 Website [www.arranland.org](http://www.arranland.org/) ## What does Arran Community Land Initiative do? The Arran Community Land Initiative (ACLI) was established in 2012 as a SCIO with the goal of purchasing an 80 acre area of disused farmland above Whiting Bay, Arran. The charity's primary objectives, as per our constitution, are to promote participation in land-based education and recreational activities. In addition to a community garden, allotments, poly tunnels and an apiary, we have developed a network of tracks and paths to provide easy access to the wider site. We regularly host events focussed on gardening for all ages, as well as a range of educational and volunteer sessions. ## What causes is Arran Community Land Initiative registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of public participation in sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Arran Community Land Initiative yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Arran Community Land Initiative 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-community-land-initiative&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.arranland.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Arran Community Land Initiative a legitimate charity? Yes. Arran Community Land Initiative is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC043886) 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 Community Land Initiative's charity number? Arran Community Land Initiative's charity number is SC043886. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC043886? Search SC043886 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 Community Land Initiative do? The Arran Community Land Initiative (ACLI) was established in 2012 as a SCIO with the goal of purchasing an 80 acre area of disused farmland above Whiting Bay, Arran. The charity's primary objectives, as per our constitution, are to promote participation in land-based education and recreational activities. In addition to a community garden, allotments, poly tunnels and an apiary, we have developed a network of tracks and paths to provide easy access to the wider site. We regularly host events focussed on gardening for all ages, as well as a range of educational and volunteer sessions. Does Arran Community Land Initiative have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Arran Community Land Initiative. 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 Community Land Initiative? Arran Community Land Initiative's website is http://www.arranland.org — 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=SC043886).