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title: "RC Diocese Of Paisley — check charity number SC013514 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is RC Diocese Of Paisley a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC013514. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Renfrewshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/rc-diocese-of-paisley
retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:33:50.231Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

RC Diocese Of Paisley is a registered charity (number SC013514) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £5,434,147 (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 RC Diocese Of Paisley?

Registered charity number

SC013514

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment)

Location

Renfrewshire

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£5,434,147

Website

[www.rcdop.org.uk](http://www.rcdop.org.uk/)

## What does RC Diocese Of Paisley do?

The Diocese of Paisley has the Church’s mission as its first objective and seeks to fulfil it through all its objectives by the provision and support of various activities relating to pastoral care and assistance. The objectives are achieved principally through its parishes but also through various Catholic organisations and societies within the Diocese. Our broad purposes are the pursuit of divine worship. support of the clergy, performance of the apostolic works proper to the Church. and works of charity, especially concern for the needy. The Diocese of Paisley currently comprises three de…

## What causes is RC Diocese Of Paisley registered for?

the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of religion

## Why is there no Clarity Score for RC Diocese Of Paisley yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. RC Diocese Of Paisley 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)

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## Frequently asked questions

Is RC Diocese Of Paisley a legitimate charity?

Yes. RC Diocese Of Paisley is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC013514) 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 RC Diocese Of Paisley's charity number?

RC Diocese Of Paisley's charity number is SC013514. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC013514?

Search SC013514 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 RC Diocese Of Paisley do?

The Diocese of Paisley has the Church’s mission as its first objective and seeks to fulfil it through all its objectives by the provision and support of various activities relating to pastoral care and assistance. The objectives are achieved principally through its parishes but also through various Catholic organisations and societies within the Diocese. Our broad purposes are the pursuit of divine worship. support of the clergy, performance of the apostolic works proper to the Church. and works of charity, especially concern for the needy. The Diocese of Paisley currently comprises three de…

Does RC Diocese Of Paisley have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for RC Diocese Of Paisley. 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 RC Diocese Of Paisley?

RC Diocese Of Paisley's website is http://www.rcdop.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=SC013514).