--- title: "Olct — check charity number SC049672 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Olct a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049672. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/olct retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:22:06.886Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Olct is a registered charity (number SC049672) 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. 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 Olct? Registered charity number SC049672 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City Website [www.otagolaneconservationtrust.com](http://www.otagolaneconservationtrust.com/) ## What does Olct do? 7.1 To advance the arts, heritage, culture or science by: Funding an oral and photographic history project about Otago Lane and surrounding area, primarily funding of equipment and publicly accessible website. Funding other means of displaying materials, such as exterior display boards, which may also be used to direct the public to online resources. By contacting and liaising with relevant institutions for partnering, for educational work and for venues for the display of oral and photographic history materials. 7.2 To advance citizenship or community development by: Encouraging and suppor… ## What causes is Olct registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Olct yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Olct 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=olct&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.otagolaneconservationtrust.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Olct a legitimate charity? Yes. Olct is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049672) 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 Olct's charity number? Olct's charity number is SC049672. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049672? Search SC049672 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 Olct do? 7.1 To advance the arts, heritage, culture or science by: Funding an oral and photographic history project about Otago Lane and surrounding area, primarily funding of equipment and publicly accessible website. Funding other means of displaying materials, such as exterior display boards, which may also be used to direct the public to online resources. By contacting and liaising with relevant institutions for partnering, for educational work and for venues for the display of oral and photographic history materials. 7.2 To advance citizenship or community development by: Encouraging and suppor… Does Olct have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Olct. 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 Olct? Olct's website is http://www.otagolaneconservationtrust.com — 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=SC049672).