--- title: "Stow Parish Trust — check charity number SC027344 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Stow Parish Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC027344. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Scottish Borders. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/stow-parish-trust retrieved: 2026-08-26T02:08:57.701Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Stow Parish Trust is a registered charity (number SC027344) 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 public participation in sport. 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 Stow Parish Trust? Registered charity number SC027344 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Scottish Borders ## What does Stow Parish Trust do? The relief of residents of Stow Parish who are suffering from poverty, sickness and distress through the provision of financial assistance. The advancement of education of the inhabitants of Stow Paris. The provision, or assistance in the provision, of facilities for recreation or other leisure-time occupation in the interests of social welfare with the object of improving the conditions of life of the said inhabitant. The trust owns and manages recreational land within the community which is used by the community for sporting and recreational activities. ## What causes is Stow Parish Trust registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of public participation in sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Stow Parish Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Stow Parish 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=stow-parish-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Stow Parish Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Stow Parish Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC027344) 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 Stow Parish Trust's charity number? Stow Parish Trust's charity number is SC027344. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC027344? Search SC027344 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 Stow Parish Trust do? The relief of residents of Stow Parish who are suffering from poverty, sickness and distress through the provision of financial assistance. The advancement of education of the inhabitants of Stow Paris. The provision, or assistance in the provision, of facilities for recreation or other leisure-time occupation in the interests of social welfare with the object of improving the conditions of life of the said inhabitant. The trust owns and manages recreational land within the community which is used by the community for sporting and recreational activities. Does Stow Parish Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Stow Parish 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 Stow Parish Trust? Stow Parish 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=SC027344).