--- title: "Galloway Thistle Youth Football Club — check charity number SC045742 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Galloway Thistle Youth Football Club a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045742. the advancement of public participation in sport charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/galloway-thistle-youth-football-club retrieved: 2026-08-23T00:25:33.589Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Galloway Thistle Youth Football Club is a registered charity (number SC045742) 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 public participation in sport. Its latest reported income was £36,443 (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 Galloway Thistle Youth Football Club? Registered charity number SC045742 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2025-10-31) £36,443 Website [www.gallowaythistlefac.co.uk](http://www.gallowaythistlefac.co.uk/) ## What does Galloway Thistle Youth Football Club do? Galloway Thistle charity was set up to advance the participation in the sport of football : * We promote and encourage the playing of youth football in the area for both boys & girls * We develop coaching skills by regular attendance on Scottish Football Association Coaching Courses * We develop and improve football skills by coaching and training of youths. * We promote sportsmanship, develop self-discipline and physical fitness among playing members & coaches ## What causes is Galloway Thistle Youth Football Club registered for? the advancement of public participation in sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Galloway Thistle Youth Football Club yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Galloway Thistle Youth Football Club 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=galloway-thistle-youth-football-club&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.gallowaythistlefac.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Galloway Thistle Youth Football Club a legitimate charity? Yes. Galloway Thistle Youth Football Club is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045742) 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 Galloway Thistle Youth Football Club's charity number? Galloway Thistle Youth Football Club's charity number is SC045742. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC045742? Search SC045742 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 Galloway Thistle Youth Football Club do? Galloway Thistle charity was set up to advance the participation in the sport of football : * We promote and encourage the playing of youth football in the area for both boys & girls * We develop coaching skills by regular attendance on Scottish Football Association Coaching Courses * We develop and improve football skills by coaching and training of youths. * We promote sportsmanship, develop self-discipline and physical fitness among playing members & coaches Does Galloway Thistle Youth Football Club have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Galloway Thistle Youth Football Club. 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 Galloway Thistle Youth Football Club? Galloway Thistle Youth Football Club's website is http://www.gallowaythistlefac.co.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=SC045742).