--- title: "The Onaway Trust — check charity number SC049032 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Onaway Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049032. 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-onaway-trust retrieved: 2026-08-27T05:20:24.199Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Onaway Trust is a registered charity (number SC049032) 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; the advancement of religion. Its latest reported income was £149,126 (year ending 2020-12-31). 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 Onaway Trust? Registered charity number SC049032 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Renfrewshire Latest income (year ending 2020-12-31) £149,126 Website [www.onaway.org](http://www.onaway.org/) ## What does The Onaway Trust do? 3.1.1 to provide financial and other support to indigenous and other peoples around the world which helps to maintain their identity and dignity, and thereby aims: (a) to relieve their poverty or financial hardship, (b) to advance their education, ( c) to advance their religion or beliefs, ( d) to advance their arts, culture, heritage or science, ( e) to advance environmental protection or improvement, (f) to promote equality and diversity, religious or racial harmony, and/or (g) to advance human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation. 3.1.2 to provide support, assistance and relief to… ## What causes is The Onaway Trust registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Onaway Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Onaway 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-onaway-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.onaway.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Onaway Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Onaway Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049032) 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 Onaway Trust's charity number? The Onaway Trust's charity number is SC049032. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049032? Search SC049032 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 Onaway Trust do? 3.1.1 to provide financial and other support to indigenous and other peoples around the world which helps to maintain their identity and dignity, and thereby aims: (a) to relieve their poverty or financial hardship, (b) to advance their education, ( c) to advance their religion or beliefs, ( d) to advance their arts, culture, heritage or science, ( e) to advance environmental protection or improvement, (f) to promote equality and diversity, religious or racial harmony, and/or (g) to advance human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation. 3.1.2 to provide support, assistance and relief to… Does The Onaway Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Onaway 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 Onaway Trust? The Onaway Trust's website is http://www.onaway.org — 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=SC049032).