Is John Harrow's Mortification a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists John Harrow's Mortification as a registered charity (number SC003617) 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 John Harrow's Mortification's charity number?

John Harrow's Mortification's charity number is SC003617. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

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When was John Harrow's Mortification registered as a charity?

John Harrow's Mortification was entered on the register on 19 June 1891.

Registered charity · No. SC003617Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment)

John Harrow's Mortification

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

John Harrow's Mortification is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the prevention or relief of poverty.

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What are the key facts about John Harrow's Mortification?

Reported income · year ending 2025-11-30: £8,795
Reported spending · year ending 2025-11-30: £10,771
Registered charity number: SC003617
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Aberdeen

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John Harrow's Mortification (number SC003617) 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 John Harrow's Mortification do?

The objects of the Trust are stated to be the relief of poverty in the Parishes of St. Machar and St Mark’s, Aberdeen and distributions are made annually at Christmas under the directions of the Trustees amongst the indigent poor of the Parishes of St. Machar and St Mark’s. The Trustees have powers to invest the Trust Fund in any manner which they think fit and to pay or apply the net income of the Trust Fund and any part of the capital in their absolute discretion in furtherance of the objects of the Trust

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for John Harrow's Mortification

Answers John Harrow's Mortification gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 30 November 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: 19 June 1891
Where it says it operates: Aberdeen

What causes is John Harrow's Mortification registered for?

the prevention or relief of poverty

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Frequently asked questions

Is John Harrow's Mortification a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists John Harrow's Mortification as a registered charity (number SC003617) 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 John Harrow's Mortification's charity number?: John Harrow's Mortification's charity number is SC003617. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC003617?: Search SC003617 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 John Harrow's Mortification do?: The objects of the Trust are stated to be the relief of poverty in the Parishes of St. Machar and St Mark’s, Aberdeen and distributions are made annually at Christmas under the directions of the Trustees amongst the indigent poor of the Parishes of St. Machar and St Mark’s. The Trustees have powers to invest the Trust Fund in any manner which they think fit and to pay or apply the net income of the Trust Fund and any part of the capital in their absolute discretion in furtherance of the objects of the Trust
Does John Harrow's Mortification have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for John Harrow's Mortification. 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 John Harrow's Mortification?: John Harrow's Mortification does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.
When was John Harrow's Mortification registered as a charity?: John Harrow's Mortification was entered on the register on 19 June 1891.

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.