--- title: "Diocese of Brechin — check charity number SC016813 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Diocese of Brechin a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC016813. the advancement of religion charity based in Dundee City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/diocese-of-brechin retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:43:44.072Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Diocese of Brechin is a registered charity (number SC016813) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of religion. Its latest reported income was £276,182 (year ending 2024-11-30). 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 Diocese of Brechin? Registered charity number SC016813 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Dundee City Latest income (year ending 2024-11-30) £276,182 ## What does Diocese of Brechin do? The objectives of the Diocese are to support and promote the mission and ministry of the Scottish Episcopal Church in the historical area of the Diocese of Brechin, covering the City of Dundee, Carse of Gowrie, most of Angus, the Mearns and southern Aberdeenshire. This is achieved by the provision of spiritual, clerical and financial support to the Scottish Episcopal Charges throughout the Diocese, the administering of Provincial grants, encouraging and supporting mission work and the development of training for ordained and lay leaders ## What causes is Diocese of Brechin registered for? the advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Diocese of Brechin yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Diocese of Brechin 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. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=diocese-of-brechin&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Diocese of Brechin a legitimate charity? Yes. Diocese of Brechin is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC016813) 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 Diocese of Brechin's charity number? Diocese of Brechin's charity number is SC016813. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC016813? Search SC016813 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 Diocese of Brechin do? The objectives of the Diocese are to support and promote the mission and ministry of the Scottish Episcopal Church in the historical area of the Diocese of Brechin, covering the City of Dundee, Carse of Gowrie, most of Angus, the Mearns and southern Aberdeenshire. This is achieved by the provision of spiritual, clerical and financial support to the Scottish Episcopal Charges throughout the Diocese, the administering of Provincial grants, encouraging and supporting mission work and the development of training for ordained and lay leaders Does Diocese of Brechin have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Diocese of Brechin. 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 Diocese of Brechin? Diocese of Brechin does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC016813).