--- title: "Colmcille Trust — check charity number SC018882 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Colmcille Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC018882. the advancement of religion charity based in Argyll And Bute. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/colmcille-trust retrieved: 2026-08-19T11:33:04.484Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Colmcille Trust is a registered charity (number SC018882) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £79,243 (year ending 2026-01-31). 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 Colmcille Trust? Registered charity number SC018882 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Argyll And Bute Latest income (year ending 2026-01-31) £79,243 Website [www.catholic-iona.com](http://www.catholic-iona.com/) ## 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. ## What causes is Colmcille Trust registered for? the advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Colmcille Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Colmcille 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=colmcille-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.catholic-iona.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Colmcille Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Colmcille Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC018882) 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 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 is http://www.catholic-iona.com — 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=SC018882).