--- title: "KPT Development Trust — check charity number SC050980 | CharityCompare" description: "Is KPT Development Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050980. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/kpt-development-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T23:56:04.118Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer KPT Development Trust is a registered charity (number SC050980) 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 provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £728,508 (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 KPT Development Trust? Registered charity number SC050980 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £728,508 Website [www.kptdevelopmenttrust.org](http://www.kptdevelopmenttrust.org/) ## What does KPT Development Trust do? The Trust was formed to benefit the communites of Keir, Penpont and Tynron, with the following objectives. 1. the advancement of community development, 2. the provision of facilities and activities to improve the conditions of life for the benefit of those living int he community, 3. providing relief to this in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage, 4. the advancement of environmental protection, 5. the advancement of arts, heritage, culture and science. ## What causes is KPT Development Trust registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for KPT Development Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. KPT Development 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=kpt-development-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.kptdevelopmenttrust.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is KPT Development Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. KPT Development Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050980) 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 KPT Development Trust's charity number? KPT Development Trust's charity number is SC050980. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050980? Search SC050980 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 KPT Development Trust do? The Trust was formed to benefit the communites of Keir, Penpont and Tynron, with the following objectives. 1. the advancement of community development, 2. the provision of facilities and activities to improve the conditions of life for the benefit of those living int he community, 3. providing relief to this in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage, 4. the advancement of environmental protection, 5. the advancement of arts, heritage, culture and science. Does KPT Development Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for KPT Development 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 KPT Development Trust? KPT Development Trust's website is http://www.kptdevelopmenttrust.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=SC050980).