--- title: "Pact — check charity number SC046383 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Pact a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC046383. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Scottish Borders. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/pact retrieved: 2026-08-23T00:49:44.711Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Pact is a registered charity (number SC046383) 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 education; the advancement of health. Its latest reported income was £354,110 (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 Pact? Registered charity number SC046383 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Scottish Borders Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £354,110 Website [www.pactrust.org.uk](http://www.pactrust.org.uk/) ## What does Pact do? The Preston and Abbey Community Trust PACT)was set up to manage the Wind Farm Community Benefit Funds allocated to our community. To achieve the purposes described above, the Trust runs a grant award scheme and carries out projects fo the benefit of our residents. In the last year, the trust has supported a major refurbishment of one of our two village halls, including insulation, installation of a heat pump and a re-design of the grounds around the Hall. The second major project has been writing the Local Place Plan for submission to Scottish Borders Council. This has involved working with… ## What causes is Pact registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Pact yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Pact 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=pact&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.pactrust.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Pact a legitimate charity? Yes. Pact is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC046383) 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 Pact's charity number? Pact's charity number is SC046383. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC046383? Search SC046383 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 Pact do? The Preston and Abbey Community Trust PACT)was set up to manage the Wind Farm Community Benefit Funds allocated to our community. To achieve the purposes described above, the Trust runs a grant award scheme and carries out projects fo the benefit of our residents. In the last year, the trust has supported a major refurbishment of one of our two village halls, including insulation, installation of a heat pump and a re-design of the grounds around the Hall. The second major project has been writing the Local Place Plan for submission to Scottish Borders Council. This has involved working with… Does Pact have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Pact. 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 Pact? Pact's website is http://www.pactrust.org.uk — 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=SC046383).