Is River Church Elgin, River Church a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists River Church Elgin, River Church as a registered charity (number SC053805) 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 River Church Elgin, River Church's charity number?

River Church Elgin, River Church's charity number is SC053805. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC053805?

Search SC053805 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.

Does River Church Elgin, River Church have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to River Church Elgin, River Church?

River Church Elgin, River Church's website listed in our register data is http://riverchurchelgin.co.uk. 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 River Church Elgin, River Church registered as a charity?

River Church Elgin, River Church was entered on the register on 26 November 2024.

Registered charity · No. SC053805Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)

River Church Elgin, River Church

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

River Church Elgin, River Church is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of religion.

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What are the key facts about River Church Elgin, River Church?

Reported income · year ending 2025-11-30: £62,648
Reported spending · year ending 2025-11-30: £56,058
Registered charity number: SC053805
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Moray
Website: riverchurchelgin.co.uk

Quick answer

River Church Elgin, River Church (number SC053805) 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 River Church Elgin, River Church do?

River Church Elgin exists to advance the Christian faith by worshipping God, making disciples, and serving our community. We do this through regular worship services, biblical teaching, prayer, pastoral care, and various ministries. We also share the good news of Jesus Christ through outreach, partnerships with other churches and community organisations, charitable activities, and mission work both locally and internationally. Our aim is to meet the spiritual, emotional, and practical needs of people while demonstrating the love of Christ and strengthening our community. This reflects Jesus'…

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for River Church Elgin, River Church

Answers River Church Elgin, River Church 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: 26 November 2024
Also known as: River Church Elgin Ministries Limited
Where it says it operates: Moray

What causes is River Church Elgin, River Church registered for?

the advancement of religion

Why is there no Clarity Score for River Church Elgin, River Church yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score River Church Elgin, River 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 River Church Elgin, River Church a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists River Church Elgin, River Church as a registered charity (number SC053805) 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 River Church Elgin, River Church's charity number?: River Church Elgin, River Church's charity number is SC053805. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC053805?: Search SC053805 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 River Church Elgin, River Church do?: River Church Elgin exists to advance the Christian faith by worshipping God, making disciples, and serving our community. We do this through regular worship services, biblical teaching, prayer, pastoral care, and various ministries. We also share the good news of Jesus Christ through outreach, partnerships with other churches and community organisations, charitable activities, and mission work both locally and internationally. Our aim is to meet the spiritual, emotional, and practical needs of people while demonstrating the love of Christ and strengthening our community. This reflects Jesus'…
Does River Church Elgin, River Church have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for River Church Elgin, River 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 River Church Elgin, River Church?: River Church Elgin, River Church's website listed in our register data is http://riverchurchelgin.co.uk. 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 River Church Elgin, River Church registered as a charity?: River Church Elgin, River Church was entered on the register on 26 November 2024.

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.