Chesney Trust
Chesney Trust is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of education, the advancement of health, based in Stirling.
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What are the key facts about Chesney Trust?
- Registered charity number
- SC037540
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- Unincorporated association
- Location
- Stirling
- Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31)
- £23,502
- Website
- www.chesneytrust.org
What does Chesney Trust do?
Educational opportunities for girls in Malawi, in particular at secondary level, are very limited. The Chesney Trust was set up in 2006 specifically to work with the local community in Engcongolweni, in the north of Malawi, to build and help run a girls' secondary boarding school, and to provide bursaries for those whose parents/carers cannot pay the school fees. Thanks to donations from the Erskine Stewarts Melville Schools in Edinburgh, grants from funding bodies and donations from many individuals, the Trust was able to fund the construction of two double classroom blocks and a hostel, and…
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Chesney Trust a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Chesney Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC037540) 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 Chesney Trust's charity number?
- Chesney Trust's charity number is SC037540. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number SC037540?
- Search SC037540 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 Chesney Trust do?
- Educational opportunities for girls in Malawi, in particular at secondary level, are very limited. The Chesney Trust was set up in 2006 specifically to work with the local community in Engcongolweni, in the north of Malawi, to build and help run a girls' secondary boarding school, and to provide bursaries for those whose parents/carers cannot pay the school fees. Thanks to donations from the Erskine Stewarts Melville Schools in Edinburgh, grants from funding bodies and donations from many individuals, the Trust was able to fund the construction of two double classroom blocks and a hostel, and…
- Does Chesney Trust have reviews and complaints?
- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Chesney 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 Chesney Trust?
- Chesney Trust's website is http://www.chesneytrust.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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.