--- title: "Lords Work Trust — check charity number SC008740 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Lords Work Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC008740. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in East Ayrshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/lords-work-trust retrieved: 2026-08-24T15:58:47.176Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Lords Work Trust is a registered charity (number SC008740) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £9,896,963 (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 Lords Work Trust? Registered charity number SC008740 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location East Ayrshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £9,896,963 ## What does Lords Work Trust do? To channel funds gifted by assemblies of Christians (local independent churches) and individuals for the support of Christian work carried on, in and from these assemblies and by individuals commended by them to such work in the UK and throughout the world. ## What causes is Lords Work Trust registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Lords Work Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Lords Work 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=lords-work-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Lords Work Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Lords Work Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC008740) 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 Lords Work Trust's charity number? Lords Work Trust's charity number is SC008740. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC008740? Search SC008740 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 Lords Work Trust do? To channel funds gifted by assemblies of Christians (local independent churches) and individuals for the support of Christian work carried on, in and from these assemblies and by individuals commended by them to such work in the UK and throughout the world. Does Lords Work Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lords Work 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 Lords Work Trust? Lords Work Trust does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC008740).