--- title: "Mearns Free Church — check charity number SC053568 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Mearns Free Church a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053568. the advancement of religion charity based in East Renfrewshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/mearns-free-church retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:53:01.835Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Mearns Free Church is a registered charity (number SC053568) 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 religion. 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 Mearns Free Church? Registered charity number SC053568 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location East Renfrewshire Website [mearnsfree.org](http://mearnsfree.org/) ## What does Mearns Free Church do? The Congregation aims to maintain the public worship of God and to foster Christian fellowship. to evangelise the local area by proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ, to exercise pastoral care and practical compassion for those in need. to uphold and further the interests of the Free Church of Scotland. and to participate in the worldwide promotion of Christian fellowship and the advancement of the Christian faith. All the business and proceedings of the Congregation shall be conducted in accordance with the constitution of the Free Church of Scotland, under the supervision of the Presbytery… ## What causes is Mearns Free Church registered for? the advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Mearns Free Church yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Mearns Free Church 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=mearns-free-church&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://mearnsfree.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Mearns Free Church a legitimate charity? Yes. Mearns Free Church is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053568) 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 Mearns Free Church's charity number? Mearns Free Church's charity number is SC053568. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053568? Search SC053568 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 Mearns Free Church do? The Congregation aims to maintain the public worship of God and to foster Christian fellowship. to evangelise the local area by proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ, to exercise pastoral care and practical compassion for those in need. to uphold and further the interests of the Free Church of Scotland. and to participate in the worldwide promotion of Christian fellowship and the advancement of the Christian faith. All the business and proceedings of the Congregation shall be conducted in accordance with the constitution of the Free Church of Scotland, under the supervision of the Presbytery… Does Mearns Free Church have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Mearns Free Church. 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 Mearns Free Church? Mearns Free Church's website is http://mearnsfree.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=SC053568).