--- title: "James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) — check charity number SC053994 | CharityCompare" description: "Is James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053994. the advancement of education charity based in Perth And Kinross. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/james-m-maclaren-society-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T01:08:04.915Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC053994) 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 education; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £1,834 (year ending 2026-03-31). 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 James M MacLaren Society (SCIO)? Registered charity number SC053994 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Perth And Kinross Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £1,834 Website [www.jmmaclaren.org](http://www.jmmaclaren.org/) ## What does James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) do? The James M MacLaren Society was established in 2004 to promote and encourage the development of interest in, and protection of, works by James Marjoribanks MacLaren, pioneer Arts & Crafts architect. The Society holds an annual lecture, in person or online, on some aspect of MacLaren's work or his influence on the work of successors. It also publishes an annual journal of articles regarding MacLaren's work and that of his contemporaries and successors in the Arts & Crafts movement. Plans are being developed for events to mark the 175th anniversary of MacLaren's birth in 2028. ## What causes is James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) 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=james-m-maclaren-society-scio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.jmmaclaren.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) a legitimate charity? Yes. James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053994) 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 James M MacLaren Society (SCIO)'s charity number? James M MacLaren Society (SCIO)'s charity number is SC053994. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053994? Search SC053994 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 James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) do? The James M MacLaren Society was established in 2004 to promote and encourage the development of interest in, and protection of, works by James Marjoribanks MacLaren, pioneer Arts & Crafts architect. The Society holds an annual lecture, in person or online, on some aspect of MacLaren's work or his influence on the work of successors. It also publishes an annual journal of articles regarding MacLaren's work and that of his contemporaries and successors in the Arts & Crafts movement. Plans are being developed for events to mark the 175th anniversary of MacLaren's birth in 2028. Does James M MacLaren Society (SCIO) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for James M MacLaren Society (SCIO). 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 James M MacLaren Society (SCIO)? James M MacLaren Society (SCIO)'s website is http://www.jmmaclaren.org — 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=SC053994).