--- title: "The Adamson Trust — check charity number SC016517 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Adamson Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC016517. the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended char" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-adamson-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T19:55:40.778Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Adamson Trust is a registered charity (number SC016517) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £69,467 (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 The Adamson Trust? Registered charity number SC016517 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Perth And Kinross Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £69,467 Website [www.theadamsontrust.co.uk](http://www.theadamsontrust.co.uk/) ## What does The Adamson Trust do? The Adamson Trust provides grants towards funding holidays, or respite breaks, for children aged 2-17 years of age with continuing physical health problems or learning disabilities. Applications may be made by individual families or by organisations such as schools, social work departments or hospital services. The application forms are on the Adamson Trust website which also provides details of how to apply. Applications are invited by post or email and are initially sent to the Trust Administrator. The trustees then meet quarterly to review the applications received and award grants where t… ## What causes is The Adamson Trust registered for? the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intendedthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Adamson Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Adamson 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=the-adamson-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.theadamsontrust.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Adamson Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Adamson Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC016517) 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 The Adamson Trust's charity number? The Adamson Trust's charity number is SC016517. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC016517? Search SC016517 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 The Adamson Trust do? The Adamson Trust provides grants towards funding holidays, or respite breaks, for children aged 2-17 years of age with continuing physical health problems or learning disabilities. Applications may be made by individual families or by organisations such as schools, social work departments or hospital services. The application forms are on the Adamson Trust website which also provides details of how to apply. Applications are invited by post or email and are initially sent to the Trust Administrator. The trustees then meet quarterly to review the applications received and award grants where t… Does The Adamson Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Adamson 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 The Adamson Trust? The Adamson Trust's website is http://www.theadamsontrust.co.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=SC016517).