--- title: "The Open Door Project — check charity number SC050437 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Open Door Project a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050437. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-open-door-project retrieved: 2026-08-27T05:20:05.111Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Open Door Project is a registered charity (number SC050437) 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 religion; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £16,967 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Open Door Project? Registered charity number SC050437 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £16,967 Website [www.theopendoorproject.org.uk](http://www.theopendoorproject.org.uk/) ## What does The Open Door Project do? The trust operates a Christian bookshop in Inverness. The shop has a coffee station and provides a safe place where there are always volunteers on hand to share and discuss the Christian faith with enquirers. ## What causes is The Open Door Project registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of religionthe 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 Open Door Project yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Open Door Project 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-open-door-project&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.theopendoorproject.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Open Door Project a legitimate charity? Yes. The Open Door Project is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050437) 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 Open Door Project's charity number? The Open Door Project's charity number is SC050437. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050437? Search SC050437 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 Open Door Project do? The trust operates a Christian bookshop in Inverness. The shop has a coffee station and provides a safe place where there are always volunteers on hand to share and discuss the Christian faith with enquirers. Does The Open Door Project have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Open Door Project. 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 Open Door Project? The Open Door Project's website is http://www.theopendoorproject.org.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=SC050437).