--- title: "Rev Donald Mclean's Trust — check charity number SC006485 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Rev Donald Mclean's Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC006485. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in West Dunbartonshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/rev-donald-mclean-s-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T18:57:05.660Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Rev Donald Mclean's Trust is a registered charity (number SC006485) 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. Its latest reported income was £99 (year ending 2025-04-05). 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 Rev Donald Mclean's Trust? Registered charity number SC006485 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location West Dunbartonshire Latest income (year ending 2025-04-05) £99 ## What does Rev Donald Mclean's Trust do? Also known as the McLean of Oa Trust, this body is a discretionary trust set up in 1930 following the death of the Rev. Donald McFadyen Mclean. His wishes were that pensioners in need in the Parish of Oa on Isla should benefit from income arising from a legacy bequeathed by him. On the last occasion of funds being distributed, the Kildalton and Oa Action Development Association were instrumental in fulfilling this role. ## What causes is Rev Donald Mclean's Trust registered for? the prevention or relief of poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Rev Donald Mclean's Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Rev Donald Mclean's 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=rev-donald-mclean-s-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Rev Donald Mclean's Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Rev Donald Mclean's Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC006485) 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 Rev Donald Mclean's Trust's charity number? Rev Donald Mclean's Trust's charity number is SC006485. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC006485? Search SC006485 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 Rev Donald Mclean's Trust do? Also known as the McLean of Oa Trust, this body is a discretionary trust set up in 1930 following the death of the Rev. Donald McFadyen Mclean. His wishes were that pensioners in need in the Parish of Oa on Isla should benefit from income arising from a legacy bequeathed by him. On the last occasion of funds being distributed, the Kildalton and Oa Action Development Association were instrumental in fulfilling this role. Does Rev Donald Mclean's Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Rev Donald Mclean's 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 Rev Donald Mclean's Trust? Rev Donald Mclean's Trust 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=SC006485).