John Murdoch's Trust
John Murdoch's Trust is a registered charity in Scotland working in the prevention or relief of poverty, based in City of Edinburgh.
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What are the key facts about John Murdoch's Trust?
- Registered charity number
- SC004031
- 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 2025-04-05)
- £48,573
- Website
- www.wssociety.co.uk
What does John Murdoch's Trust do?
The charity is set up to provide financial relief and support for amateur and professional scientists, who have a practical interest in the pursuit of science in any of its forms. The charity achieves this by providing grants to individuals in need who meet the eligibility criteria.
What causes is John Murdoch's Trust registered for?
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Frequently asked questions
- Is John Murdoch's Trust a legitimate charity?
- Yes. John Murdoch's Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC004031) 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 John Murdoch's Trust's charity number?
- John Murdoch's Trust's charity number is SC004031. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number SC004031?
- Search SC004031 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 John Murdoch's Trust do?
- The charity is set up to provide financial relief and support for amateur and professional scientists, who have a practical interest in the pursuit of science in any of its forms. The charity achieves this by providing grants to individuals in need who meet the eligibility criteria.
- Does John Murdoch's Trust have reviews and complaints?
- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for John Murdoch's 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 John Murdoch's Trust?
- John Murdoch's Trust's website is http://www.wssociety.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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.