--- title: "Forth & District Development Trust SCIO — check charity number SC046894 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Forth & District Development Trust SCIO a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC046894. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in South Lanarkshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/forth-district-development-trust-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T20:06:20.890Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Forth & District Development Trust SCIO is a registered charity (number SC046894) 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 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 £25,830 (year ending 2025-10-31). 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 Forth & District Development Trust SCIO? Registered charity number SC046894 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location South Lanarkshire Latest income (year ending 2025-10-31) £25,830 Website [www.forthdevelopmenttrust.com](http://www.forthdevelopmenttrust.com/) ## What does Forth & District Development Trust SCIO do? We oversee the distribution of the local authority microgrant for people in the local catchment area. We hold regular meetings once per month. Trustees also have meetings as and when required. The committee are involved in local campaigns, work with other local groups to ensure we all work in a collaborative way. All f this is to improve our local community and to include as many people as we possible can to ensure everyone's voice is heard. ## What causes is Forth & District Development Trust SCIO registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe 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 Forth & District Development Trust SCIO yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Forth & District Development Trust SCIO 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=forth-district-development-trust-scio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.forthdevelopmenttrust.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Forth & District Development Trust SCIO a legitimate charity? Yes. Forth & District Development Trust SCIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC046894) 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 Forth & District Development Trust SCIO's charity number? Forth & District Development Trust SCIO's charity number is SC046894. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC046894? Search SC046894 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 Forth & District Development Trust SCIO do? We oversee the distribution of the local authority microgrant for people in the local catchment area. We hold regular meetings once per month. Trustees also have meetings as and when required. The committee are involved in local campaigns, work with other local groups to ensure we all work in a collaborative way. All f this is to improve our local community and to include as many people as we possible can to ensure everyone's voice is heard. Does Forth & District Development Trust SCIO have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Forth & District Development Trust 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 Forth & District Development Trust SCIO? Forth & District Development Trust SCIO's website is http://www.forthdevelopmenttrust.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=SC046894).