--- title: "Pcs — check charity number SC049147 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Pcs a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049147. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/pcs retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:48:06.736Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Pcs is a registered charity (number SC049147) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £35,554 (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 Pcs? Registered charity number SC049147 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £35,554 Website [www.performancecollectivestranraer.com](https://www.performancecollectivestranraer.com/) ## What does Pcs do? Performance Collective Stranraer (PCS) is a development organisation created to nurture, promote and sustain theatre artists from rural Southwest Scotland - primarily in Dumfries and Galloway. These areas have little-to-no artistic training provision and we exist to bridge the gap between youth theatre and the professional performance industry - turning artistic outlets/hobbies into viable career-paths. PCS runs regular residential Artistic Development Labs, a mentoring programme, masterclasses, workshops, Go See theatre visits and we create new theatre productions. We tour shows regionally a… ## What causes is Pcs registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Pcs yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Pcs 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=pcs&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.performancecollectivestranraer.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Pcs a legitimate charity? Yes. Pcs is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049147) 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 Pcs's charity number? Pcs's charity number is SC049147. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049147? Search SC049147 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 Pcs do? Performance Collective Stranraer (PCS) is a development organisation created to nurture, promote and sustain theatre artists from rural Southwest Scotland - primarily in Dumfries and Galloway. These areas have little-to-no artistic training provision and we exist to bridge the gap between youth theatre and the professional performance industry - turning artistic outlets/hobbies into viable career-paths. PCS runs regular residential Artistic Development Labs, a mentoring programme, masterclasses, workshops, Go See theatre visits and we create new theatre productions. We tour shows regionally a… Does Pcs have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Pcs. 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 Pcs? Pcs's website is https://www.performancecollectivestranraer.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=SC049147).