--- title: "Catherine And Alfred Forrest Trust — check charity number SC035699 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Catherine And Alfred Forrest Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC035699. the advancement of education charity based in Fife. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/catherine-and-alfred-forrest-trust retrieved: 2026-08-18T11:30:08.876Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Catherine And Alfred Forrest Trust is a registered charity (number SC035699) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £22,188 (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 Catherine And Alfred Forrest Trust? Registered charity number SC035699 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Fife Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £22,188 ## What does Catherine And Alfred Forrest Trust do? To fulfil the wishes of the late Catherine Forrest by giving bursaries to postgraduate students studying either the History of Fine Art or the Local History of St Andrews. Applications are sought from suitable candidates each Spring. The applications are reviewed by the Trustees who then decide on the awards. The permanent endowment funds are invested to generate income to pay the awards. As set out by the settlor, preference is given to students of the University of St Andrews. ## What causes is Catherine And Alfred Forrest Trust registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Catherine And Alfred Forrest Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Catherine And Alfred Forrest 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=catherine-and-alfred-forrest-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Catherine And Alfred Forrest Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Catherine And Alfred Forrest Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC035699) 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 Catherine And Alfred Forrest Trust's charity number? Catherine And Alfred Forrest Trust's charity number is SC035699. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC035699? Search SC035699 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 Catherine And Alfred Forrest Trust do? To fulfil the wishes of the late Catherine Forrest by giving bursaries to postgraduate students studying either the History of Fine Art or the Local History of St Andrews. Applications are sought from suitable candidates each Spring. The applications are reviewed by the Trustees who then decide on the awards. The permanent endowment funds are invested to generate income to pay the awards. As set out by the settlor, preference is given to students of the University of St Andrews. Does Catherine And Alfred Forrest Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Catherine And Alfred Forrest 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 Catherine And Alfred Forrest Trust? Catherine And Alfred Forrest Trust 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=SC035699).