Is Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue as a registered charity (number SC049806) 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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Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue's charity number is SC049806. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

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Registered charity · No. SC049806SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)East Renfrewshire

Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue

Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of education, the advancement of religion, the advancement of citizenship or community development, based in East Renfrewshire.

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Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue is listed as a registered charity (number SC049806) 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 education; the advancement of religion; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £451,236 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue?

Registered charity number: SC049806
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact locality (not service coverage): East Renfrewshire
Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31): £451,236
Website: www.giffnockshul.co.uk

What does Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue do?

The Charity is set up to provide a place of Jewish worship to the orthodox Jewish community. It runs daily services and has religious and social activities.

What causes is Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of religionthe advancement of citizenship or community development

Why is there no Clarity Score for Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue 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 Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue as a registered charity (number SC049806) 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 Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue's charity number?: Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue's charity number is SC049806. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC049806?: Search SC049806 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 Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue do?: The Charity is set up to provide a place of Jewish worship to the orthodox Jewish community. It runs daily services and has religious and social activities.
Does Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue. 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 Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue?: Giffnock Newton Mearns Synagogue's website listed in our register data is http://www.giffnockshul.co.uk. 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.