--- title: "Elgol and Strathaird Development Trust — check charity number SC053807 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Elgol and Strathaird Development Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053807. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/elgol-and-strathaird-development-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T18:50:52.728Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Elgol and Strathaird Development Trust is a registered charity (number SC053807) 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 advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. 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 Elgol and Strathaird Development Trust? Registered charity number SC053807 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Highland ## What does Elgol and Strathaird Development Trust do? The Organisation’s main purpose is consistent with furthering the achievement of sustainable development. The Organisation’s Purposes are: The advancement of community development by promoting, securing and maintaining the growth and sustainability of our community. The advancement of environmental protection through the protection and sustainable management of natural resources. The advancement of heritage and culture by maximising the potential of our assets to promote our language, history, industries and art of area. ## What causes is Elgol and Strathaird Development Trust registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Elgol and Strathaird Development Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Elgol and Strathaird 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=elgol-and-strathaird-development-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Elgol and Strathaird Development Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Elgol and Strathaird Development Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053807) 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 Elgol and Strathaird Development Trust's charity number? Elgol and Strathaird Development Trust's charity number is SC053807. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053807? Search SC053807 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 Elgol and Strathaird Development Trust do? The Organisation’s main purpose is consistent with furthering the achievement of sustainable development. The Organisation’s Purposes are: The advancement of community development by promoting, securing and maintaining the growth and sustainability of our community. The advancement of environmental protection through the protection and sustainable management of natural resources. The advancement of heritage and culture by maximising the potential of our assets to promote our language, history, industries and art of area. Does Elgol and Strathaird Development Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Elgol and Strathaird 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 Elgol and Strathaird Development Trust? Elgol and Strathaird 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=SC053807).