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title: "Memorial Scrolls Trust — check charity number 1196488 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Memorial Scrolls Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1196488. Education/training charity based in Rutland Gardens. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/memorial-scrolls-trust-2
retrieved: 2026-08-23T23:10:10.708Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Memorial Scrolls Trust is a registered charity (number 1196488) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; religious activities; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £201,660 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Memorial Scrolls Trust?

Registered charity number

1196488

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Rutland Gardens

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£201,660

Website

[www.memorialscrollstrust.org](http://www.memorialscrollstrust.org/)

## What does Memorial Scrolls Trust do?

The Memorial Scrolls Trust has allocated Czech scrolls to synagogues and organisations around the world. The scrolls are never sold or donated, but allocated on loan.

## What causes is Memorial Scrolls Trust registered for?

Education/trainingReligious ActivitiesArts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Memorial Scrolls Trust yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Memorial Scrolls 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Memorial Scrolls Trust a legitimate charity?

Yes. Memorial Scrolls Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1196488) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.

What is Memorial Scrolls Trust's charity number?

Memorial Scrolls Trust's charity number is 1196488. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1196488?

Search 1196488 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.

What does Memorial Scrolls Trust do?

The Memorial Scrolls Trust has allocated Czech scrolls to synagogues and organisations around the world. The scrolls are never sold or donated, but allocated on loan.

Does Memorial Scrolls Trust have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Memorial Scrolls Trust. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.

How can I donate to Memorial Scrolls Trust?

Memorial Scrolls Trust's website is http://www.memorialscrollstrust.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31,
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://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1196488).