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title: "Back Free Church Of Scotland — check charity number SC038164 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Back Free Church Of Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC038164. the advancement of religion charity based in Western Isles. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/back-free-church-of-scotland
retrieved: 2026-08-18T03:23:00.435Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Back Free Church Of Scotland is a registered charity (number SC038164) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £300,259 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Back Free Church Of Scotland?

Registered charity number

SC038164

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Unincorporated association

Location

Western Isles

Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31)

£300,259

Website

[www.backfreechurch.org](http://www.backfreechurch.org/)

## What does Back Free Church Of Scotland do?

The proclamation and advancement of the Christian faith through preaching, scripture study and prayer. The helping of others, individuals or organisations, home and overseas, in need through congregational giving and/or fundraising events.

## What causes is Back Free Church Of Scotland registered for?

the advancement of religion

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Back Free Church Of Scotland yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Back Free Church Of Scotland 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Back Free Church Of Scotland a legitimate charity?

Yes. Back Free Church Of Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC038164) 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 Back Free Church Of Scotland's charity number?

Back Free Church Of Scotland's charity number is SC038164. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC038164?

Search SC038164 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 Back Free Church Of Scotland do?

The proclamation and advancement of the Christian faith through preaching, scripture study and prayer. The helping of others, individuals or organisations, home and overseas, in need through congregational giving and/or fundraising events.

Does Back Free Church Of Scotland have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Back Free Church Of Scotland. 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 Back Free Church Of Scotland?

Back Free Church Of Scotland's website is http://www.backfreechurch.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=SC038164).