--- title: "Isle of Rum Community Trust — check charity number SC039637 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Isle of Rum Community Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC039637. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/isle-of-rum-community-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:58:56.284Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Isle of Rum Community Trust is a registered charity (number SC039637) 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 advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £110,957 (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 Isle of Rum Community Trust? Registered charity number SC039637 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £110,957 Website [www.isleofrum.com](http://www.isleofrum.com/) ## What does Isle of Rum Community Trust do? We are set up to manage land and assets on the Isle of Rum, primarily in Kinloch village, to the benefit of the local residents. We provide affordable housing, manage infrastructure and generate income and jobs. We do this in a way that is sustainable for both the existing community and for a longer term vision for the community. ## What causes is Isle of Rum Community Trust registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Isle of Rum Community Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Isle of Rum Community 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=isle-of-rum-community-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.isleofrum.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Isle of Rum Community Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Isle of Rum Community Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC039637) 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 Isle of Rum Community Trust's charity number? Isle of Rum Community Trust's charity number is SC039637. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC039637? Search SC039637 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 Isle of Rum Community Trust do? We are set up to manage land and assets on the Isle of Rum, primarily in Kinloch village, to the benefit of the local residents. We provide affordable housing, manage infrastructure and generate income and jobs. We do this in a way that is sustainable for both the existing community and for a longer term vision for the community. Does Isle of Rum Community Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Isle of Rum Community 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 Isle of Rum Community Trust? Isle of Rum Community Trust's website is http://www.isleofrum.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=SC039637).