Is James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) as a registered charity (number SC053994) 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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James M MacLaren Society (SCIO)'s charity number is SC053994. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

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Registered charity · No. SC053994SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)Perth And Kinross

James M MacLaren Society (SCIO)

James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of education, the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, based in Perth And Kinross.

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Quick answer

James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) is listed as a registered charity (number SC053994) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £1,834 (year ending 2026-03-31). 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 James M MacLaren Society (SCIO)?

Registered charity number: SC053994
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact locality (not service coverage): Perth And Kinross
Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31): £1,834
Website: www.jmmaclaren.org

What does James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) do?

The James M MacLaren Society was established in 2004 to promote and encourage the development of interest in, and protection of, works by James Marjoribanks MacLaren, pioneer Arts & Crafts architect. The Society holds an annual lecture, in person or online, on some aspect of MacLaren's work or his influence on the work of successors. It also publishes an annual journal of articles regarding MacLaren's work and that of his contemporaries and successors in the Arts & Crafts movement. Plans are being developed for events to mark the 175th anniversary of MacLaren's birth in 2028.

What causes is James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science

Why is there no Clarity Score for James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) 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 James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) as a registered charity (number SC053994) 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 James M MacLaren Society (SCIO)'s charity number?: James M MacLaren Society (SCIO)'s charity number is SC053994. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC053994?: Search SC053994 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 James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) do?: The James M MacLaren Society was established in 2004 to promote and encourage the development of interest in, and protection of, works by James Marjoribanks MacLaren, pioneer Arts & Crafts architect. The Society holds an annual lecture, in person or online, on some aspect of MacLaren's work or his influence on the work of successors. It also publishes an annual journal of articles regarding MacLaren's work and that of his contemporaries and successors in the Arts & Crafts movement. Plans are being developed for events to mark the 175th anniversary of MacLaren's birth in 2028.
Does James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for James M MacLaren Society (SCIO). 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 James M MacLaren Society (SCIO)?: James M MacLaren Society (SCIO)'s website listed in our register data is http://www.jmmaclaren.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 2026-09-23, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.