--- title: "TrAcS — check charity number SC050176 | CharityCompare" description: "Is TrAcS a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050176. the advancement of education charity based in Perth And Kinross. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/tracs retrieved: 2026-08-28T23:55:57.710Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer TrAcS is a registered charity (number SC050176) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £3,025 (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 TrAcS? Registered charity number SC050176 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Perth And Kinross Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £3,025 ## What does TrAcS do? To create awareness of the lost local railways and the benefits they brought to the area, including employment. We aim to do this through creating a Memorial feature consisting of a railway semaphore signal and information panels. ## What causes is TrAcS registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for TrAcS yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. TrAcS 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=tracs&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is TrAcS a legitimate charity? Yes. TrAcS is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050176) 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 TrAcS's charity number? TrAcS's charity number is SC050176. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050176? Search SC050176 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 TrAcS do? To create awareness of the lost local railways and the benefits they brought to the area, including employment. We aim to do this through creating a Memorial feature consisting of a railway semaphore signal and information panels. Does TrAcS have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for TrAcS. 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 TrAcS? TrAcS 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=SC050176).