Is Renfrew Baptist Church a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Renfrew Baptist Church as a registered charity (number SC016248) 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 Renfrew Baptist Church's charity number?

Renfrew Baptist Church's charity number is SC016248. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC016248?

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Does Renfrew Baptist Church have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to Renfrew Baptist Church?

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When was Renfrew Baptist Church registered as a charity?

Renfrew Baptist Church was entered on the register on 3 November 1938.

Registered charity · No. SC016248Unincorporated association

Renfrew Baptist Church

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

Renfrew Baptist Church is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the prevention or relief of poverty, the advancement of religion, the promotion of religious or racial harmony.

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What are the key facts about Renfrew Baptist Church?

Reported income · year ending 2025-09-30: £101,194
Reported spending · year ending 2025-09-30: £93,015
Registered charity number: SC016248
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Unincorporated association
Register contact address detail (not service area): Renfrewshire
Website: www.renfrewbaptistchurch.com

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Renfrew Baptist Church (number SC016248) 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 Renfrew Baptist Church do?

Our church charity exists to advance the Christian faith and demonstrate God's love through worship, prayer, teaching and practical service to our local community. We provide regular public worship, Bible teaching, pastoral care and activities that support people of all ages. We also work to relieve hardship by offering food, practical assistance, community events and support for those who are isolated, vulnerable or in need. We seek to promote wellbeing, strengthen families, encourage volunteering and build a welcoming, inclusive community where everyone is valued. We achieve these aims thro…

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Renfrew Baptist Church

Answers Renfrew Baptist Church gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 30 September 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: 3 November 1938
Where it says it operates: Renfrewshire

What causes is Renfrew Baptist Church registered for?

the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of religionthe promotion of religious or racial harmony

Why is there no Clarity Score for Renfrew Baptist Church yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Renfrew Baptist Church. 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Renfrew Baptist Church a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Renfrew Baptist Church as a registered charity (number SC016248) 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 Renfrew Baptist Church's charity number?: Renfrew Baptist Church's charity number is SC016248. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC016248?: Search SC016248 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 Renfrew Baptist Church do?: Our church charity exists to advance the Christian faith and demonstrate God's love through worship, prayer, teaching and practical service to our local community. We provide regular public worship, Bible teaching, pastoral care and activities that support people of all ages. We also work to relieve hardship by offering food, practical assistance, community events and support for those who are isolated, vulnerable or in need. We seek to promote wellbeing, strengthen families, encourage volunteering and build a welcoming, inclusive community where everyone is valued. We achieve these aims thro…
Does Renfrew Baptist Church have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Renfrew Baptist Church. 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 Renfrew Baptist Church?: Renfrew Baptist Church's website listed in our register data is http://www.renfrewbaptistchurch.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 Renfrew Baptist Church registered as a charity?: Renfrew Baptist Church was entered on the register on 3 November 1938.

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.