--- title: "Fresh Water Church — check charity number SC022593 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Fresh Water Church a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC022593. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/fresh-water-church retrieved: 2026-08-24T03:52:56.469Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Fresh Water Church is a registered charity (number SC022593) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of religion. Its latest reported income was £22,775 (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 Fresh Water Church? Registered charity number SC022593 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2025-05-31) £22,775 Website [www.fwcf.org.uk](http://www.fwcf.org.uk/) ## What does Fresh Water Church do? Fresh Water Church's purpose is the advancement of the Christian faith primarily in Fort William and Lochaber, throughout Scotland and the rest of the World. This will be by all means consistent with the teachings of the Christian Bible and the leading of the Holy Spirit in all ministries of the church e.g. worship, preaching and teaching, prayer, mission, evangelism, healing ministry, supporting the relief of poverty and other social needs. ## What causes is Fresh Water Church registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Fresh Water Church yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Fresh Water Church 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=fresh-water-church&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.fwcf.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Fresh Water Church a legitimate charity? Yes. Fresh Water Church is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC022593) 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 Fresh Water Church's charity number? Fresh Water Church's charity number is SC022593. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC022593? Search SC022593 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 Fresh Water Church do? Fresh Water Church's purpose is the advancement of the Christian faith primarily in Fort William and Lochaber, throughout Scotland and the rest of the World. This will be by all means consistent with the teachings of the Christian Bible and the leading of the Holy Spirit in all ministries of the church e.g. worship, preaching and teaching, prayer, mission, evangelism, healing ministry, supporting the relief of poverty and other social needs. Does Fresh Water Church have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Fresh Water Church. 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 Fresh Water Church? Fresh Water Church's website is http://www.fwcf.org.uk — 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=SC022593).