--- title: "Bearsden: Boclair Community Church (Church of Scotland) — check charity number SC009748 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bearsden: Boclair Community Church (Church of Scotland) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC009748. the advancement of religion charity based in East Dunbartonshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bearsden-boclair-community-church-church-of-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:10:13.843Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bearsden: Boclair Community Church (Church of Scotland) is a registered charity (number SC009748) 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 £291,014 (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 Bearsden: Boclair Community Church (Church of Scotland)? Registered charity number SC009748 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location East Dunbartonshire Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £291,014 Website [www.boclair.church](http://www.boclair.church/) ## What does Bearsden: Boclair Community Church (Church of Scotland) do? Boclair Community Church is a congregation of the Church of Scotland. It exists to glorify God and to work for the advancement of Christ’s Kingdom throughout the world. As a national Church, it acknowledges a distinctive call and duty to bring the ordinances of religion to the people in every parish of Scotland through a territorial ministry. It co-operates with other Churches in various ecumenical bodies in Scotland and beyond. ## What causes is Bearsden: Boclair Community Church (Church of Scotland) registered for? the advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bearsden: Boclair Community Church (Church of Scotland) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bearsden: Boclair Community Church (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? 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=bearsden-boclair-community-church-church-of-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.boclair.church/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bearsden: Boclair Community Church (Church of Scotland) a legitimate charity? Yes. Bearsden: Boclair Community Church (Church of Scotland) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC009748) 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 Bearsden: Boclair Community Church (Church of Scotland)'s charity number? Bearsden: Boclair Community Church (Church of Scotland)'s charity number is SC009748. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC009748? Search SC009748 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 Bearsden: Boclair Community Church (Church of Scotland) do? Boclair Community Church is a congregation of the Church of Scotland. It exists to glorify God and to work for the advancement of Christ’s Kingdom throughout the world. As a national Church, it acknowledges a distinctive call and duty to bring the ordinances of religion to the people in every parish of Scotland through a territorial ministry. It co-operates with other Churches in various ecumenical bodies in Scotland and beyond. Does Bearsden: Boclair Community Church (Church of Scotland) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bearsden: Boclair Community Church (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 Bearsden: Boclair Community Church (Church of Scotland)? Bearsden: Boclair Community Church (Church of Scotland)'s website is http://www.boclair.church — 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=SC009748).