--- title: "RCA Trust — check charity number SC012235 | CharityCompare" description: "Is RCA Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC012235. 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/rca-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:18:19.873Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer RCA Trust is a registered charity (number SC012235) 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 health; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £1,030,145 (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 RCA Trust? Registered charity number SC012235 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Renfrewshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,030,145 Website [www.rcatrust.org.uk](http://www.rcatrust.org.uk/) ## What does RCA Trust do? Provide aid to those in need as a result of addictions (alcohol, substance misuse, gambling etc) by counselling on a group or one to one basis ## What causes is RCA Trust registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for RCA Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. RCA 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? 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=rca-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rcatrust.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is RCA Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. RCA Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC012235) 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 RCA Trust's charity number? RCA Trust's charity number is SC012235. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC012235? Search SC012235 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 RCA Trust do? Provide aid to those in need as a result of addictions (alcohol, substance misuse, gambling etc) by counselling on a group or one to one basis Does RCA Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for RCA Trust. 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 RCA Trust? RCA Trust's website is http://www.rcatrust.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=SC012235).