--- title: "G71 Community Action Group — check charity number SC050440 | CharityCompare" description: "Is G71 Community Action Group a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050440. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in North Lanarkshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/g71-community-action-group retrieved: 2026-08-23T01:13:52.750Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer G71 Community Action Group is a registered charity (number SC050440) 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. 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 G71 Community Action Group? Registered charity number SC050440 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location North Lanarkshire ## What does G71 Community Action Group do? The organisation's purposes are: 4.1 For the benefit of the inhabitants of Bothwell, Uddingston, Viewpark, Birkenshaw and its environs within G71 post code to provide, or assist in the provision of, facilities in the interests of social welfare for charitable supply of food packs, meals, school clothes and support to vulnerable people. 4.2 To promote the relief of need and citizenship and community development within G71 and the charities activities. ## What causes is G71 Community Action Group registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for G71 Community Action Group yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. G71 Community Action Group 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=g71-community-action-group&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is G71 Community Action Group a legitimate charity? Yes. G71 Community Action Group is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050440) 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 G71 Community Action Group's charity number? G71 Community Action Group's charity number is SC050440. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050440? Search SC050440 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 G71 Community Action Group do? The organisation's purposes are: 4.1 For the benefit of the inhabitants of Bothwell, Uddingston, Viewpark, Birkenshaw and its environs within G71 post code to provide, or assist in the provision of, facilities in the interests of social welfare for charitable supply of food packs, meals, school clothes and support to vulnerable people. 4.2 To promote the relief of need and citizenship and community development within G71 and the charities activities. Does G71 Community Action Group have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for G71 Community Action Group. 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 G71 Community Action Group? G71 Community Action Group 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=SC050440).