Is Fred a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Fred as a registered charity (number SC045033) 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 Fred's charity number?

Fred's charity number is SC045033. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC045033?

Search SC045033 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 Fred have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Fred. 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 Fred?

Fred's website listed in our register data is http://www.farmersfield.org.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 Fred registered as a charity?

Fred was entered on the register on 5 August 2014.

Registered charity · No. SC045033SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Fred

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

Fred is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of animal welfare.

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What are the key facts about Fred?

Reported income · year ending 2025-06-30: £32,728
Reported spending · year ending 2025-06-30: £29,491
Registered charity number: SC045033
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Dumfries And Galloway
Website: www.farmersfield.org.uk

Quick answer

Fred (number SC045033) 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 Fred do?

Animal Welfare Our Vision at FRED is for all our donkeys to have the assurance of a permanent home where their needs are anticipated and fully met. Where donkeys have quality of life, through correct nutrition and physical care, appropriate mental stimulation, prompt veterinary treatment when necessary and the companionship of other donkeys at a similar stage in life.

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Fred

Answers Fred gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 30 June 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: 5 August 2014
Also known as: Farmersfield Rest-Home For Elderly Donkeys
Where it says it operates: Dumfries And Galloway

What causes is Fred registered for?

the advancement of animal welfare

Why is there no Clarity Score for Fred yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Fred. 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 Fred?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Fred a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Fred as a registered charity (number SC045033) 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 Fred's charity number?: Fred's charity number is SC045033. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC045033?: Search SC045033 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 Fred do?: Animal Welfare Our Vision at FRED is for all our donkeys to have the assurance of a permanent home where their needs are anticipated and fully met. Where donkeys have quality of life, through correct nutrition and physical care, appropriate mental stimulation, prompt veterinary treatment when necessary and the companionship of other donkeys at a similar stage in life.
Does Fred have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Fred. 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 Fred?: Fred's website listed in our register data is http://www.farmersfield.org.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 Fred registered as a charity?: Fred was entered on the register on 5 August 2014.

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.