--- title: "Rdt — check charity number SC045185 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Rdt a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045185. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/rdt retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:22:09.776Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Rdt is a registered charity (number SC045185) 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. Its latest reported income was £485,188 (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 Rdt? Registered charity number SC045185 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £485,188 ## What does Rdt do? Raasay Development Trust (RDT) develops projects which improve the island’s infrastructure, offer new opportunities and deliver benefits to islanders and the community generally in terms of welfare and sustainability. ## What causes is Rdt registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Rdt yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Rdt 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=rdt&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Rdt a legitimate charity? Yes. Rdt is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045185) 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 Rdt's charity number? Rdt's charity number is SC045185. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC045185? Search SC045185 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 Rdt do? Raasay Development Trust (RDT) develops projects which improve the island’s infrastructure, offer new opportunities and deliver benefits to islanders and the community generally in terms of welfare and sustainability. Does Rdt have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Rdt. 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 Rdt? Rdt does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC045185).