--- title: "Gordon Rural Action — check charity number SC004883 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Gordon Rural Action a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC004883. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Aberdeenshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/gordon-rural-action retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:51:58.556Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Gordon Rural Action is a registered charity (number SC004883) 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 education; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £1,189,325 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Gordon Rural Action? Registered charity number SC004883 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Aberdeenshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,189,325 Website [www.gordonruralaction.org.uk](http://www.gordonruralaction.org.uk/) ## What does Gordon Rural Action do? Gordon Rural Action (GRA) is a Charity based in Huntly supporting the areas of Garioch, Marr and Formartine with the aim of tackling poverty and inequality. GRA Community Support Hub uses a holistic approach to tackling poverty, giving people the opportunity to make positive decisions about their financial situation through increased independence and empowerment. This includes. managing their finances, moving out of debt, improved employability through new skills, reduced loneliness and isolation through being involved in and more integrated into their community and ultimately actively work o… ## What causes is Gordon Rural Action registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Gordon Rural Action yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Gordon Rural Action 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=gordon-rural-action&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.gordonruralaction.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Gordon Rural Action a legitimate charity? Yes. Gordon Rural Action is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC004883) 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 Gordon Rural Action's charity number? Gordon Rural Action's charity number is SC004883. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC004883? Search SC004883 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 Gordon Rural Action do? Gordon Rural Action (GRA) is a Charity based in Huntly supporting the areas of Garioch, Marr and Formartine with the aim of tackling poverty and inequality. GRA Community Support Hub uses a holistic approach to tackling poverty, giving people the opportunity to make positive decisions about their financial situation through increased independence and empowerment. This includes. managing their finances, moving out of debt, improved employability through new skills, reduced loneliness and isolation through being involved in and more integrated into their community and ultimately actively work o… Does Gordon Rural Action have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Gordon Rural Action. 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 Gordon Rural Action? Gordon Rural Action's website is http://www.gordonruralaction.org.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=SC004883).