Is Gams a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Gams as a registered charity (number SC047047) 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 Gams's charity number?

Gams's charity number is SC047047. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC047047?

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CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Gams. 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 Gams?

Gams's website listed in our register data is http://www.gairlochgams.org. 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.

Registered charity · No. SC047047SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)Highland

Gams

Gams is a registered charity in Scotland working in 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage, based in Highland.

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Quick answer

Gams is listed as a registered charity (number SC047047) in the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data used for this profile. Verify its current status and contact details on the live register before donating. It is registered for: 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £16,337 (year ending 2026-01-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score can be added when it enters our detailed scoring dataset.

What are the key facts about Gams?

Registered charity number: SC047047
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact locality (not service coverage): Highland
Latest income (year ending 2026-01-31): £16,337
Website: www.gairlochgams.org

What does Gams do?

To provide support to those in our area who need help with mobility, social and recreational activites, balance and stability and access to necessary online services, because of their age, health, disability or similar disadvantage.

What causes is Gams registered for?

the advancement of healththe 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 intendedthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage

Why is there no Clarity Score for Gams yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Gams 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. A rating can be added when the charity enters our scoring dataset with enough filing data. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

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Frequently asked questions

Is Gams a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Gams as a registered charity (number SC047047) 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 Gams's charity number?: Gams's charity number is SC047047. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC047047?: Search SC047047 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 Gams do?: To provide support to those in our area who need help with mobility, social and recreational activites, balance and stability and access to necessary online services, because of their age, health, disability or similar disadvantage.
Does Gams have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Gams. 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 Gams?: Gams's website listed in our register data is http://www.gairlochgams.org. 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.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-09-08, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.