Is John Watson's Trust a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists John Watson's Trust as a registered charity (number SC014004) 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 Watson's Trust's charity number?

John Watson's Trust's charity number is SC014004. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC014004?

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Does John Watson's Trust have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for John Watson's Trust. 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 Watson's Trust?

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When was John Watson's Trust registered as a charity?

John Watson's Trust was entered on the register on 5 May 1888.

Registered charity · No. SC014004Statutory corporation (Royal Charter etc)

John Watson's Trust

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

John Watson's Trust is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education.

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What are the key facts about John Watson's Trust?

Reported income · year ending 2025-12-31: £160,380
Reported spending · year ending 2025-12-31: £191,012
Registered charity number: SC014004
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Statutory corporation (Royal Charter etc)
Register contact address detail (not service area): City of Edinburgh
Website: www.johnwatsons.com

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John Watson's Trust (number SC014004) 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 Watson's Trust do?

John Watson’s Trust awards grants for educational purposes to children and young people up to the age of 21 who have a physical or learning disability or are socially disadvantaged. Grants are available to both individuals and organisations working with eligible children and young people. The Trust supports activities such as school and youth trips, residential experiences, and educational training, but does not fund general running costs, staff salaries, or school trips at present. The Trust currently accepts applications for beneficiaries residing in Edinburgh, Midlothian, West Lothian, an…

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for John Watson's Trust

Answers John Watson's Trust gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 December 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: 5 May 1888
Where it says it operates: City of Edinburgh

What causes is John Watson's Trust registered for?

the advancement of education

Why is there no Clarity Score for John Watson's Trust yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score John Watson's Trust. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to John Watson's Trust?

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Frequently asked questions

Is John Watson's Trust a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists John Watson's Trust as a registered charity (number SC014004) 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 Watson's Trust's charity number?: John Watson's Trust's charity number is SC014004. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC014004?: Search SC014004 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 Watson's Trust do?: John Watson’s Trust awards grants for educational purposes to children and young people up to the age of 21 who have a physical or learning disability or are socially disadvantaged. Grants are available to both individuals and organisations working with eligible children and young people. The Trust supports activities such as school and youth trips, residential experiences, and educational training, but does not fund general running costs, staff salaries, or school trips at present. The Trust currently accepts applications for beneficiaries residing in Edinburgh, Midlothian, West Lothian, an…
Does John Watson's Trust have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for John Watson's Trust. 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 Watson's Trust?: John Watson's Trust's website listed in our register data is http://www.johnwatsons.com. 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.
When was John Watson's Trust registered as a charity?: John Watson's Trust was entered on the register on 5 May 1888.

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.