--- title: "The Meikle and Paton Fund — check charity number SC014992 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Meikle and Paton Fund a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC014992. 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 inten" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-meikle-and-paton-fund retrieved: 2026-08-26T23:05:41.222Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Meikle and Paton Fund is a registered charity (number SC014992) 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 £60,017 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Meikle and Paton Fund? Registered charity number SC014992 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 2025-12-31) £60,017 ## What does The Meikle and Paton Fund do? The Trust's objectives are to provide for the cost of maintenance and treatment of Protestant ministers, missionaries and Christian workers and others engaged in such work at establishments owned by Crieff Hydro Limited or its wholly owned subsidiaries. The Charity's trustees expend the income generated in each year in accordance with the objectives of the Charity as expressed in the Constitution. In order to achieve this, the trustees provide a subsidy to suitably qualified applicants wishing to stay at an establishment owned by Crieff Hydro. The level of subsidy is reviewed regularly to tr… ## What causes is The Meikle and Paton Fund 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 Meikle and Paton Fund yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Meikle and Paton Fund 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-meikle-and-paton-fund&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Meikle and Paton Fund a legitimate charity? Yes. The Meikle and Paton Fund is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC014992) 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 Meikle and Paton Fund's charity number? The Meikle and Paton Fund's charity number is SC014992. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC014992? Search SC014992 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 Meikle and Paton Fund do? The Trust's objectives are to provide for the cost of maintenance and treatment of Protestant ministers, missionaries and Christian workers and others engaged in such work at establishments owned by Crieff Hydro Limited or its wholly owned subsidiaries. The Charity's trustees expend the income generated in each year in accordance with the objectives of the Charity as expressed in the Constitution. In order to achieve this, the trustees provide a subsidy to suitably qualified applicants wishing to stay at an establishment owned by Crieff Hydro. The level of subsidy is reviewed regularly to tr… Does The Meikle and Paton Fund have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Meikle and Paton Fund. 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 Meikle and Paton Fund? The Meikle and Paton Fund 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=SC014992).