--- title: "The Cruden Trust — check charity number SC041966 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Cruden Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC041966. the advancement of religion charity based in Aberdeen. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-cruden-trust retrieved: 2026-08-25T02:47:11.148Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Cruden Trust is a registered charity (number SC041966) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £2,561,129 (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 The Cruden Trust? Registered charity number SC041966 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Aberdeen Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £2,561,129 ## What does The Cruden Trust do? The Company is established for the following charitable objects only, namely (1) to promote throughout Scotland and elsewhere in the world the Christian religion and (2) to encourage, provide support to and promote (a) Christian ministries, (b) the teaching of the Bible and Christian evangelism and (c) training and education in, and the development of, Christian faith. ## What causes is The Cruden Trust registered for? the advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Cruden Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Cruden 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-cruden-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Cruden Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Cruden Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC041966) 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 Cruden Trust's charity number? The Cruden Trust's charity number is SC041966. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC041966? Search SC041966 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 Cruden Trust do? The Company is established for the following charitable objects only, namely (1) to promote throughout Scotland and elsewhere in the world the Christian religion and (2) to encourage, provide support to and promote (a) Christian ministries, (b) the teaching of the Bible and Christian evangelism and (c) training and education in, and the development of, Christian faith. Does The Cruden Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Cruden 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 Cruden Trust? The Cruden 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=SC041966).