--- title: "Bruce Bequest — check charity number SC008449 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bruce Bequest a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC008449. 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/bruce-bequest retrieved: 2026-08-19T09:09:17.286Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bruce Bequest is a registered charity (number SC008449) 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. Its latest reported income was £15,117 (year ending 2025-04-05). 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 Bruce Bequest? Registered charity number SC008449 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Aberdeenshire Latest income (year ending 2025-04-05) £15,117 ## What does Bruce Bequest do? The Bruce Bequest is a charitable trust providing financial assistance to the poor and needy in the Old Presbytery of Deer. The investments held generates income which is remitted to the treasurer for distribution to the congregations of the Old Presbytery of Deer who are, in turn, responsible for the distribution of payments to the individual beneficiaries. ## What causes is Bruce Bequest registered for? the prevention or relief of poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bruce Bequest yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bruce Bequest 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=bruce-bequest&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bruce Bequest a legitimate charity? Yes. Bruce Bequest is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC008449) 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 Bruce Bequest's charity number? Bruce Bequest's charity number is SC008449. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC008449? Search SC008449 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 Bruce Bequest do? The Bruce Bequest is a charitable trust providing financial assistance to the poor and needy in the Old Presbytery of Deer. The investments held generates income which is remitted to the treasurer for distribution to the congregations of the Old Presbytery of Deer who are, in turn, responsible for the distribution of payments to the individual beneficiaries. Does Bruce Bequest have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bruce Bequest. 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 Bruce Bequest? Bruce Bequest 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=SC008449).