--- title: "The Moray Council Charitable Trust — check charity number SC046791 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Moray Council Charitable Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC046791. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Moray. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-moray-council-charitable-trust retrieved: 2026-08-27T00:44:56.960Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Moray Council Charitable Trust is a registered charity (number SC046791) 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 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 £13,435 (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 Moray Council Charitable Trust? Registered charity number SC046791 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Moray Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £13,435 Website [www.moray.gov.uk](http://www.moray.gov.uk/) ## What does The Moray Council Charitable Trust do? The Trust is currently split into nine categories, by location and charitable purpose: Dufftown – for the prevention or relief of poverty, and recreational use Elgin – for those in need by reason of age Elgin – prevention or relief of poverty Elgin – provision of recreational facilities Elgin & Forres – prevention or relief of poverty Forres – for those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage Keith – for the relief, financial assistance or welfare of the inhabitants of Keith Lossiemouth – for the prevention or relief of poverty ## What causes is The Moray Council Charitable Trust registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe 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 Moray Council Charitable Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Moray Council Charitable 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-moray-council-charitable-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.moray.gov.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Moray Council Charitable Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Moray Council Charitable Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC046791) 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 Moray Council Charitable Trust's charity number? The Moray Council Charitable Trust's charity number is SC046791. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC046791? Search SC046791 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 Moray Council Charitable Trust do? The Trust is currently split into nine categories, by location and charitable purpose: Dufftown – for the prevention or relief of poverty, and recreational use Elgin – for those in need by reason of age Elgin – prevention or relief of poverty Elgin – provision of recreational facilities Elgin & Forres – prevention or relief of poverty Forres – for those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage Keith – for the relief, financial assistance or welfare of the inhabitants of Keith Lossiemouth – for the prevention or relief of poverty Does The Moray Council Charitable Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Moray Council Charitable 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 Moray Council Charitable Trust? The Moray Council Charitable Trust's website is http://www.moray.gov.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=SC046791).