Is Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses as a registered charity (number SC008539) 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.

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Registered charity · No. SC008539Unincorporated association

Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses

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

Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of religion.

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What are the key facts about Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses?

Reported income · year ending 2025-03-31: £19,681
Reported spending · year ending 2025-03-31: £16,478
Registered charity number: SC008539
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Unincorporated association
Register contact address detail (not service area): City of Edinburgh

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Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses (number SC008539) 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 Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses do?

The Constitution restricts the operation of the Congregation to religious purposes and limits the use of its assets to further its purposes, these being the practice and advancement of Christianity founded on the Holy Bible. During the year, the Congregation has achieved its objects and continued to pursue its purposes by holding regular twice-weekly meetings for the public worship of God and Bible study. Further, most Congregation members have assisted by sharing regularly in preaching the good news of God’s Kingdom and teaching principles of Christian living including respect for secular au…

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses

Answers Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses 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: 5 February 1986
Where it says it operates: City of Edinburgh

What causes is Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses registered for?

the advancement of religion

Why is there no Clarity Score for Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses yet?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses as a registered charity (number SC008539) 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 Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses's charity number?: Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses's charity number is SC008539. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC008539?: Search SC008539 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 Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses do?: The Constitution restricts the operation of the Congregation to religious purposes and limits the use of its assets to further its purposes, these being the practice and advancement of Christianity founded on the Holy Bible. During the year, the Congregation has achieved its objects and continued to pursue its purposes by holding regular twice-weekly meetings for the public worship of God and Bible study. Further, most Congregation members have assisted by sharing regularly in preaching the good news of God’s Kingdom and teaching principles of Christian living including respect for secular au…
Does Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. 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 Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses?: Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.
When was Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses registered as a charity?: Edinburgh Blackford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses was entered on the register on 5 February 1986.

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.