--- title: "The Di Paola Trust — check charity number SC046844 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Di Paola Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC046844. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Renfrewshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-di-paola-trust retrieved: 2026-08-25T06:54:31.874Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Di Paola Trust is a registered charity (number SC046844) 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. Its latest reported income was £5,503 (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 The Di Paola Trust? Registered charity number SC046844 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Renfrewshire Latest income (year ending 2025-04-05) £5,503 ## What does The Di Paola Trust do? Financial assistance for the educational needs of underprivileged children in Zimbabwe, Kenya and Colombia, support of a medical dispensary in Kitale (Kenya) and ad hoc donations meeting the Di Paola Trust's criteria. All donations are targeted to specific Catholic institutions such as the Jesuit Development Office in Zimbabwe, St Stephen's School (Turkana, Kenya) and Dispensary (Kitale) both administered by the Nazareth Sisters of the Annunciation, and Let the Children Live in Colombia set up by Fr Peter Walters. Ad hoc donations are made (subject to reserves) through Jesuit Missions London… ## What causes is The Di Paola Trust registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Di Paola Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Di Paola 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-di-paola-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Di Paola Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Di Paola Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC046844) 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 Di Paola Trust's charity number? The Di Paola Trust's charity number is SC046844. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC046844? Search SC046844 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 Di Paola Trust do? Financial assistance for the educational needs of underprivileged children in Zimbabwe, Kenya and Colombia, support of a medical dispensary in Kitale (Kenya) and ad hoc donations meeting the Di Paola Trust's criteria. All donations are targeted to specific Catholic institutions such as the Jesuit Development Office in Zimbabwe, St Stephen's School (Turkana, Kenya) and Dispensary (Kitale) both administered by the Nazareth Sisters of the Annunciation, and Let the Children Live in Colombia set up by Fr Peter Walters. Ad hoc donations are made (subject to reserves) through Jesuit Missions London… Does The Di Paola Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Di Paola 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 Di Paola Trust? The Di Paola 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=SC046844).