--- title: "George Macleod Charitable Trust — check charity number SC005103 | CharityCompare" description: "Is George Macleod Charitable Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC005103. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/george-macleod-charitable-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:23:37.028Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer George Macleod Charitable Trust is a registered charity (number SC005103) 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; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £4,923 (year ending 2025-02-05). 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 George Macleod Charitable Trust? Registered charity number SC005103 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-02-05) £4,923 Website [www.georgemacleodtrust.co.uk](http://www.georgemacleodtrust.co.uk/) ## What does George Macleod Charitable Trust do? The primary purpose of the Trust is to apply the funds of the Trust for such charitable purposes as the trustees may from time to time decide upon an in particular for the advancement of peace espoused by George MacLeod. The Trustees will only consider applications from individuals or groups who in their opinion most clearly demonstrate an intention to further the primary purpose of the Trust. The application will also have to prove that the individual/group will be achieved in a tightly controlled and cost-effective fashion. ## What causes is George Macleod Charitable Trust registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of religionthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for George Macleod Charitable Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. George Macleod Charitable 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=george-macleod-charitable-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.georgemacleodtrust.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is George Macleod Charitable Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. George Macleod Charitable Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC005103) 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 George Macleod Charitable Trust's charity number? George Macleod Charitable Trust's charity number is SC005103. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC005103? Search SC005103 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 George Macleod Charitable Trust do? The primary purpose of the Trust is to apply the funds of the Trust for such charitable purposes as the trustees may from time to time decide upon an in particular for the advancement of peace espoused by George MacLeod. The Trustees will only consider applications from individuals or groups who in their opinion most clearly demonstrate an intention to further the primary purpose of the Trust. The application will also have to prove that the individual/group will be achieved in a tightly controlled and cost-effective fashion. Does George Macleod Charitable Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for George Macleod Charitable 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 George Macleod Charitable Trust? George Macleod Charitable Trust's website is http://www.georgemacleodtrust.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=SC005103).