--- title: "G.a.r.p.c.f.r. — check charity number SC046589 | CharityCompare" description: "Is G.a.r.p.c.f.r. a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC046589. the advancement of health charity based in Argyll And Bute. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/g-a-r-p-c-f-r retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:31:48.701Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer G.a.r.p.c.f.r. is a registered charity (number SC046589) 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 health; the saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £2,994 (year ending 2025-04-05). 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 G.a.r.p.c.f.r.? Registered charity number SC046589 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Argyll And Bute Latest income (year ending 2025-04-05) £2,994 ## What does G.a.r.p.c.f.r. do? GARPCFR provide volunteers who can reach patients in the Garelochhead and Rosneath Peninsula and the surrounding area to preserve life and promote recovery, until an ambulance crew or a trained /authorised medical professional arrives and assumes control and liability for the patient. All volunteers/members operating in accordance with the Scottish Ambulance Service current/most recent, First Responder Handbook & Governance Framework (currently dated Oct 2014). 2) To support the Scottish Ambulance Service to provide the best possible emergency care to the community of Garelochhead and Rosneat… ## What causes is G.a.r.p.c.f.r. registered for? the advancement of healththe saving of lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for G.a.r.p.c.f.r. yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. G.a.r.p.c.f.r. 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=g-a-r-p-c-f-r&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is G.a.r.p.c.f.r. a legitimate charity? Yes. G.a.r.p.c.f.r. is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC046589) 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 G.a.r.p.c.f.r.'s charity number? G.a.r.p.c.f.r.'s charity number is SC046589. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC046589? Search SC046589 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 G.a.r.p.c.f.r. do? GARPCFR provide volunteers who can reach patients in the Garelochhead and Rosneath Peninsula and the surrounding area to preserve life and promote recovery, until an ambulance crew or a trained /authorised medical professional arrives and assumes control and liability for the patient. All volunteers/members operating in accordance with the Scottish Ambulance Service current/most recent, First Responder Handbook & Governance Framework (currently dated Oct 2014). 2) To support the Scottish Ambulance Service to provide the best possible emergency care to the community of Garelochhead and Rosneat… Does G.a.r.p.c.f.r. have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for G.a.r.p.c.f.r.. 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 G.a.r.p.c.f.r.? G.a.r.p.c.f.r. 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=SC046589).