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title: "David Forrester Bequest — check charity number SC019711 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is David Forrester Bequest a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC019711. any other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes charity based in West Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/david-forrester-bequest
retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:59:10.523Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

David Forrester Bequest is a registered charity (number SC019711) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: any other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes. Its latest reported income was £859 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available.

## What are the key facts about David Forrester Bequest?

Registered charity number

SC019711

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment)

Location

West Lothian

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£859

Website

[www.westlothian.gov.uk](https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/)

## What does David Forrester Bequest do?

The David Forrester Bequest was established to assist with the care of the Old Parish Church in Bathgate.

## What causes is David Forrester Bequest registered for?

any other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes

## Why is there no Clarity Score for David Forrester Bequest yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. David Forrester Bequest is on the official
register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so
we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough
filing data exists — never by payment.
[How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology)

## Is this your charity?

Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly.
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[Visit charity website](https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is David Forrester Bequest a legitimate charity?

Yes. David Forrester Bequest is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC019711) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.

What is David Forrester Bequest's charity number?

David Forrester Bequest's charity number is SC019711. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC019711?

Search SC019711 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 David Forrester Bequest do?

The David Forrester Bequest was established to assist with the care of the Old Parish Church in Bathgate.

Does David Forrester Bequest have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for David Forrester Bequest. 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 David Forrester Bequest?

David Forrester Bequest's website is https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/ — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07,
used under the
[Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/).
Always verify current details on the
[official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC019711).