Is East Coast FM SCIO a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists East Coast FM SCIO as a registered charity (number SC042784) 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 East Coast FM SCIO's charity number?

East Coast FM SCIO's charity number is SC042784. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC042784?

Search SC042784 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 East Coast FM SCIO have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for East Coast FM SCIO. 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 East Coast FM SCIO?

East Coast FM SCIO's website listed in our register data is http://www.eastcoastfm.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 East Coast FM SCIO registered as a charity?

East Coast FM SCIO was entered on the register on 7 December 2011.

Registered charity · No. SC042784SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

East Coast FM SCIO

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

East Coast FM SCIO is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education, the advancement of citizenship or community development.

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What are the key facts about East Coast FM SCIO?

Reported income · year ending 2025-12-31: £20,596
Reported spending · year ending 2025-12-31: £22,665
Registered charity number: SC042784
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): East Lothian
Website: www.eastcoastfm.co.uk

Quick answer

East Coast FM SCIO (number SC042784) 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 East Coast FM SCIO do?

• East Coast FM’s (ECFM) broadcasting philosophy is ‘by the community for the community’. We are a highly regarded source of entertainment and information across East Lothian and the surrounding area, promoting citizenship and community cohesion. • We broadcast 24 hours a day with live presenters operating usually between 07:00-22:00, although on some day’s coverage lasts until midnight. • Currently there are approximately 30 regular volunteer presenters who provide a wide-ranging output for varied musical audiences including popular, rock, dance, soul, classical & Latin American. • All sh…

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

From the annual return

Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for East Coast FM SCIO

Answers East Coast FM SCIO gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 December 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: 7 December 2011
Where it says it operates: East Lothian

What causes is East Coast FM SCIO registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development

Why is there no Clarity Score for East Coast FM SCIO yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score East Coast FM SCIO. 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

What should you check before donating to East Coast FM SCIO?

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Frequently asked questions

Is East Coast FM SCIO a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists East Coast FM SCIO as a registered charity (number SC042784) 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 East Coast FM SCIO's charity number?: East Coast FM SCIO's charity number is SC042784. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC042784?: Search SC042784 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 East Coast FM SCIO do?: • East Coast FM’s (ECFM) broadcasting philosophy is ‘by the community for the community’. We are a highly regarded source of entertainment and information across East Lothian and the surrounding area, promoting citizenship and community cohesion. • We broadcast 24 hours a day with live presenters operating usually between 07:00-22:00, although on some day’s coverage lasts until midnight. • Currently there are approximately 30 regular volunteer presenters who provide a wide-ranging output for varied musical audiences including popular, rock, dance, soul, classical & Latin American. • All sh…
Does East Coast FM SCIO have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for East Coast FM SCIO. 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 East Coast FM SCIO?: East Coast FM SCIO's website listed in our register data is http://www.eastcoastfm.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 East Coast FM SCIO registered as a charity?: East Coast FM SCIO was entered on the register on 7 December 2011.

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.