Eca
Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data
Eca is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of health, the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended, the advancement of environmental protection or improvement.
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At a glance · official register
What are the key facts about Eca?
- Reported income · year ending 2025-03-31
- £63,815
- Reported spending · year ending 2025-03-31
- £25,330
- Registered charity number
- SC052495
- Status in source extract
- Registered
- Charity type
- SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
- Register contact address detail (not service area)
- Aberdeenshire
Quick answer
What does Eca do?
ECA is developing an allotment site on the outskirts of Ellon to be used by citizens in the Ythan Community Council area. We have planning permission to develop at site at Balmacassie and have leased it from Aberdeenshire Council for an initial 20 year term. The project combines development of a community growing facility with a focus on the health benefits and climate smart features which reduce carbon emissions, increase carbon capture and conserve water. We provide recreational facilities to improve the wellbeing of members, by providing affordable spaces for cultivation of vegetables, f…
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
From the annual return
Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Eca
Answers Eca gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 March 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Registration details
- Registered as a charity
- Also known as
- Ellon Community Allotments
- Where it says it operates
- Aberdeenshire
What causes is Eca registered for?
Why is there no Clarity Score for Eca yet?
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Eca a legitimate charity?
- The register data used for this profile lists Eca as a registered charity (number SC052495) 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 Eca's charity number?
- Eca's charity number is SC052495. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number SC052495?
- Search SC052495 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 Eca do?
- ECA is developing an allotment site on the outskirts of Ellon to be used by citizens in the Ythan Community Council area. We have planning permission to develop at site at Balmacassie and have leased it from Aberdeenshire Council for an initial 20 year term. The project combines development of a community growing facility with a focus on the health benefits and climate smart features which reduce carbon emissions, increase carbon capture and conserve water. We provide recreational facilities to improve the wellbeing of members, by providing affordable spaces for cultivation of vegetables, f…
- Does Eca have reviews and complaints?
- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Eca. 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 Eca?
- Eca does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.
- When was Eca registered as a charity?
- Eca was entered on the register on 19 April 2023.
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.