--- title: "Birse Community Trust — check charity number SC028220 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Birse Community Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC028220. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Aberdeenshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/birse-community-trust retrieved: 2026-08-18T20:05:10.780Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Birse Community Trust is a registered charity (number SC028220) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £38,785 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Birse Community Trust? Registered charity number SC028220 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Aberdeenshire Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £38,785 Website [www.birsecommunitytrust.org.uk](http://www.birsecommunitytrust.org.uk/) ## What does Birse Community Trust do? Our charity is set up to protect our properties for our community and their future. We engage with volunteers and experts to ensure the integrity, structure and longevity of our properties. We rent out facilities, hold workshops and apply for grants to help us fulfil our role. ## What causes is Birse Community Trust registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Birse Community Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Birse Community Trust 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=birse-community-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.birsecommunitytrust.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Birse Community Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Birse Community Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC028220) 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 Birse Community Trust's charity number? Birse Community Trust's charity number is SC028220. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC028220? Search SC028220 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 Birse Community Trust do? Our charity is set up to protect our properties for our community and their future. We engage with volunteers and experts to ensure the integrity, structure and longevity of our properties. We rent out facilities, hold workshops and apply for grants to help us fulfil our role. Does Birse Community Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Birse Community Trust. 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 Birse Community Trust? Birse Community Trust's website is http://www.birsecommunitytrust.org.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=SC028220).