--- title: "Howe of the Mearns Parish Church of… — charity SC016193" description: "Howe of the Mearns Parish Church of Scotland (charity SC016193). Check registration, activities, accounts and official sources. Independent UK charity profile." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/howe-of-the-mearns-parish-church-of-scotland retrieved: 2026-09-21T14:22:51.355Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Howe of the Mearns Parish Church of Scotland is listed as a registered charity (number SC016193) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £144,826 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Howe of the Mearns Parish Church of Scotland? Registered charity number SC016193 Status in source extract Registered Charity type Unincorporated association Register contact locality (not service coverage) Aberdeenshire Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £144,826 Website [www.mearnsparish.org](http://www.mearnsparish.org/) ## What does Howe of the Mearns Parish Church of Scotland do? We seek to serve God by offering worship, pastoral care, fellowship and outreach to all. supporting key life events such as baptisms, marriages and funerals. proclaiming the Good News and nurturing faith in people of all ages. fostering community well-being and inclusivity. and stewarding our resources responsibly to fulfil our calling. ## What causes is Howe of the Mearns Parish Church of Scotland registered for? the advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Howe of the Mearns Parish Church of Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Howe of the Mearns Parish Church of Scotland 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](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## What should you check before donating to Howe of the Mearns Parish Church of Scotland? - Match the registered name and number to the appeal. A real charity number can be copied by someone impersonating the organisation. - Open the current register entry to check status, contact details and available accounts. This profile reflects a dated extract. - Read the charity’s annual report for its work and results. An unrated profile means we lack a full assessment; it is not a negative rating. [How to read charity accounts](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/guides/how-to-read-accounts) · [Explore rated charities](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity-directory) ## Provided by the charity Supporting public source ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. 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Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC016193? Search SC016193 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 Howe of the Mearns Parish Church of Scotland do? We seek to serve God by offering worship, pastoral care, fellowship and outreach to all. supporting key life events such as baptisms, marriages and funerals. proclaiming the Good News and nurturing faith in people of all ages. fostering community well-being and inclusivity. and stewarding our resources responsibly to fulfil our calling. Does Howe of the Mearns Parish Church of Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Howe of the Mearns Parish Church of Scotland. 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 Howe of the Mearns Parish Church of Scotland? Howe of the Mearns Parish Church of Scotland's website listed in our register data is http://www.mearnsparish.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](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=SC016193).