--- title: "Fdt — check charity number SC049191 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Fdt a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049191. the advancement of education charity based in Moray. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/fdt retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:49:22.050Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Fdt is a registered charity (number SC049191) 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 education; 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. Its latest reported income was £180,560 (year ending 2025-05-31). 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 Fdt? Registered charity number SC049191 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Moray Latest income (year ending 2025-05-31) £180,560 Website [findernedevelopmenttrust.com](https://findernedevelopmenttrust.com/) ## What does Fdt do? The company has been formed principally to benefit the community of the area of Moray covered by the Finderne Community Council as defined by the boundaries of Moray community councils from time to time (the “Community”) with the following objects: The advancement of community development (including the advancement of rural regeneration) within the Community. To provide, or assist in providing, recreational facilities and/or organising recreational activities, which will be available to members of the Community and public at large with the object of improving the conditions of life in the Com… ## What causes is Fdt registered for? the advancement of educationthe 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 Fdt yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Fdt 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=fdt&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://findernedevelopmenttrust.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Fdt a legitimate charity? Yes. Fdt is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049191) 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 Fdt's charity number? Fdt's charity number is SC049191. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049191? Search SC049191 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 Fdt do? The company has been formed principally to benefit the community of the area of Moray covered by the Finderne Community Council as defined by the boundaries of Moray community councils from time to time (the “Community”) with the following objects: The advancement of community development (including the advancement of rural regeneration) within the Community. To provide, or assist in providing, recreational facilities and/or organising recreational activities, which will be available to members of the Community and public at large with the object of improving the conditions of life in the Com… Does Fdt have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Fdt. 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 Fdt? Fdt's website is https://findernedevelopmenttrust.com — 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=SC049191).