--- title: "Elderslie Community Development Trust — check charity number SC054507 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Elderslie Community Development Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054507. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Renfrewshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/elderslie-community-development-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:52:17.500Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Elderslie Community Development Trust is a registered charity (number SC054507) 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 citizenship or community development; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. 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 Elderslie Community Development Trust? Registered charity number SC054507 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Renfrewshire ## What does Elderslie Community Development Trust do? 7.1 The charitable purposes of the SCIO are: 7.1.1 The charitable purposes for which the SCIO is established, and the subsequent outcomes are principally to benefit the Community of Elderslie comprising the postcode PA5 9“the community”, as defined by the boundaries of Elderslie Community Council set by Renfrewshire Council and the Boundary Commission, in addition to which it is desirable and expected that there will be a public benefit in Renfrewshire, more widely and beyond”. Advancement of community development and participation of the Community in the regeneration of Elderslie, 7.1.2 The… ## What causes is Elderslie Community Development Trust registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Elderslie Community Development Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Elderslie Community Development Trust 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=elderslie-community-development-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Elderslie Community Development Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Elderslie Community Development Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054507) 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 Elderslie Community Development Trust's charity number? Elderslie Community Development Trust's charity number is SC054507. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054507? Search SC054507 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 Elderslie Community Development Trust do? 7.1 The charitable purposes of the SCIO are: 7.1.1 The charitable purposes for which the SCIO is established, and the subsequent outcomes are principally to benefit the Community of Elderslie comprising the postcode PA5 9“the community”, as defined by the boundaries of Elderslie Community Council set by Renfrewshire Council and the Boundary Commission, in addition to which it is desirable and expected that there will be a public benefit in Renfrewshire, more widely and beyond”. Advancement of community development and participation of the Community in the regeneration of Elderslie, 7.1.2 The… Does Elderslie Community Development Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Elderslie Community Development Trust. 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 Elderslie Community Development Trust? Elderslie Community Development Trust 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=SC054507).