University Of Edinburgh Development Trust (number SC004307) 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 University Of Edinburgh Development Trust do?
The University of Edinburgh Development Trust was established by resolution of the Court of The University of Edinburgh under a declaration of Trust dated 12 July 1990 and registered in the Books of Council and Session on 20 July 1990. The Trust was established to receive, administer and apply any funds and properties donated for the benefit of the University of Edinburgh. The University is responsible for fund-raising and in this context, the Trust operates as a vehicle for receipt and disbursement of philanthropic funds. The Trust, is legally obliged when accepting restricted funds given fo…
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for University Of Edinburgh Development Trust
Answers University Of Edinburgh Development Trust gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 July 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Where does University Of Edinburgh Development Trust's money come from?
University Of Edinburgh Development Trust reported £15m total income for the year ending 31 July 2025. The largest sources were charitable activities £13m (87%), investments £1.9m (13%).
Charitable activities (fees and contracts)£13m · 87%
Investments£1.9m · 13%
Registration details
Registered as a charity
Where it says it operates
City of Edinburgh
What causes is University Of Edinburgh Development Trust registered for?
the advancement of education
Why is there no Clarity Score for University Of Edinburgh Development Trust yet?
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Is University Of Edinburgh Development Trust a legitimate charity?
The register data used for this profile lists University Of Edinburgh Development Trust as a registered charity (number SC004307) 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 University Of Edinburgh Development Trust's charity number?
University Of Edinburgh Development Trust's charity number is SC004307. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
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What does University Of Edinburgh Development Trust do?
The University of Edinburgh Development Trust was established by resolution of the Court of The University of Edinburgh under a declaration of Trust dated 12 July 1990 and registered in the Books of Council and Session on 20 July 1990. The Trust was established to receive, administer and apply any funds and properties donated for the benefit of the University of Edinburgh. The University is responsible for fund-raising and in this context, the Trust operates as a vehicle for receipt and disbursement of philanthropic funds. The Trust, is legally obliged when accepting restricted funds given fo…
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How can I donate to University Of Edinburgh Development Trust?
University Of Edinburgh Development Trust's website listed in our register data is http://www.ed.ac.uk/development-alumni. 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.
Where does University Of Edinburgh Development Trust's money come from?
University Of Edinburgh Development Trust reported £15m total income for the year ending 31 July 2025. The largest sources were charitable activities £13m (87%), investments £1.9m (13%).
When was University Of Edinburgh Development Trust registered as a charity?
University Of Edinburgh Development Trust was entered on the register on 1 January 1902.