Is Colmcille Trust a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Colmcille Trust as a registered charity (number SC018882) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Colmcille Trust's charity number?

Colmcille Trust's charity number is SC018882. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC018882?

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Does Colmcille Trust have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Colmcille 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 Colmcille Trust?

Colmcille Trust's website listed in our register data is http://www.catholic-iona.com. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

When was Colmcille Trust registered as a charity?

Colmcille Trust was entered on the register on 29 July 1991.

Registered charity · No. SC018882Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment)

Colmcille Trust

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

Colmcille Trust is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of religion.

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What are the key facts about Colmcille Trust?

Reported income · year ending 2026-01-31: £79,243
Reported spending · year ending 2026-01-31: £80,137
Registered charity number: SC018882
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Argyll And Bute
Website: www.catholic-iona.com

Quick answer

Colmcille Trust (number SC018882) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Colmcille Trust do?

The charity provides a Catholic presence on Iona, where people of all faiths can come for a short stay where they can enjoy the special peace that Iona can offer. The Oratory is always available as a place of quiet prayer. It also exists to benefit the community on the island.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Colmcille Trust

Answers Colmcille Trust gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 January 2026, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 29 July 1991
Where it says it operates: Argyll And Bute

What causes is Colmcille Trust registered for?

the advancement of religion

Why is there no Clarity Score for Colmcille Trust yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Colmcille Trust. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to Colmcille Trust?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Colmcille Trust a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Colmcille Trust as a registered charity (number SC018882) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Colmcille Trust's charity number?: Colmcille Trust's charity number is SC018882. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC018882?: Search SC018882 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 Colmcille Trust do?: The charity provides a Catholic presence on Iona, where people of all faiths can come for a short stay where they can enjoy the special peace that Iona can offer. The Oratory is always available as a place of quiet prayer. It also exists to benefit the community on the island.
Does Colmcille Trust have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Colmcille 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 Colmcille Trust?: Colmcille Trust's website listed in our register data is http://www.catholic-iona.com. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
When was Colmcille Trust registered as a charity?: Colmcille Trust was entered on the register on 29 July 1991.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.