--- title: "Gartcosh Development Trust — check charity number SC053838 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Gartcosh Development Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053838. 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/gartcosh-development-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:20:43.876Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Gartcosh Development Trust is a registered charity (number SC053838) 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 provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £48,483 (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 Gartcosh Development Trust? Registered charity number SC053838 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location North Lanarkshire Latest income (year ending 2025-10-31) £48,483 Website [www.gartcoshdevelopmenttrust.com](http://www.gartcoshdevelopmenttrust.com/) ## What does Gartcosh Development Trust do? The company has been formed to benefit the community of Gartcosh and Mount Ellen. We work within our governing document to achieve this. The work is directed by the board of trustees elected in accordance with our governing document. Through consultation of the community and our AGM, direction is set and work is undertaken within the scope of our governing document purpose ## What causes is Gartcosh Development Trust registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intendedthe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Gartcosh Development Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Gartcosh Development Trust 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=gartcosh-development-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.gartcoshdevelopmenttrust.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Gartcosh Development Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Gartcosh Development Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053838) 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 Gartcosh Development Trust's charity number? Gartcosh Development Trust's charity number is SC053838. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053838? Search SC053838 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 Gartcosh Development Trust do? The company has been formed to benefit the community of Gartcosh and Mount Ellen. We work within our governing document to achieve this. The work is directed by the board of trustees elected in accordance with our governing document. Through consultation of the community and our AGM, direction is set and work is undertaken within the scope of our governing document purpose Does Gartcosh Development Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Gartcosh Development Trust. 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 Gartcosh Development Trust? Gartcosh Development Trust's website is http://www.gartcoshdevelopmenttrust.com — 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=SC053838).