--- title: "McFarlane Trust Ltd — check charity number SC007486 | CharityCompare" description: "Is McFarlane Trust Ltd a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC007486. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in East Renfrewshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityC" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/mcfarlane-trust-ltd retrieved: 2026-08-23T19:54:10.144Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer McFarlane Trust Ltd is a registered charity (number SC007486) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £3,670,983 (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 McFarlane Trust Ltd? Registered charity number SC007486 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location East Renfrewshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £3,670,983 Website [www.mcfarlanetrust.org](http://www.mcfarlanetrust.org/) ## What does McFarlane Trust Ltd do? To provide support and accommodation to adults with Learning Disabilities. We receive funding from councils to provide support to individuals. We also currently own 7 properties in which we have 22 rooms that are all rented to the people we support. ## What causes is McFarlane Trust Ltd registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for McFarlane Trust Ltd yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. McFarlane Trust Ltd 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=mcfarlane-trust-ltd&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.mcfarlanetrust.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is McFarlane Trust Ltd a legitimate charity? Yes. McFarlane Trust Ltd is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC007486) 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 McFarlane Trust Ltd's charity number? McFarlane Trust Ltd's charity number is SC007486. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC007486? Search SC007486 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 McFarlane Trust Ltd do? To provide support and accommodation to adults with Learning Disabilities. We receive funding from councils to provide support to individuals. We also currently own 7 properties in which we have 22 rooms that are all rented to the people we support. Does McFarlane Trust Ltd have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for McFarlane Trust Ltd. 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 McFarlane Trust Ltd? McFarlane Trust Ltd's website is http://www.mcfarlanetrust.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=SC007486).