--- title: "Verden Sykes Trust — check charity number SC007281 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Verden Sykes Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC007281. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Aberdeen. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/verden-sykes-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:25:06.242Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Verden Sykes Trust is a registered charity (number SC007281) 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 £121,602 (year ending 2025-04-05). 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 Verden Sykes Trust? Registered charity number SC007281 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Aberdeen Latest income (year ending 2025-04-05) £121,602 ## What does Verden Sykes Trust do? The only area of charitable activity is the provision of grants to fund the purposes laid down by the Trust. The Trust has been and is successful in this. Assistance is given in the provision of support for the poor and homeless, particularly in the winter months in the local area. Young people have benefited from assistance to undertake voluntary work in an underprivileged area of the world. ## What causes is Verden Sykes Trust registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Verden Sykes Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Verden Sykes 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=verden-sykes-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Verden Sykes Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Verden Sykes Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC007281) 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 Verden Sykes Trust's charity number? Verden Sykes Trust's charity number is SC007281. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC007281? Search SC007281 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 Verden Sykes Trust do? The only area of charitable activity is the provision of grants to fund the purposes laid down by the Trust. The Trust has been and is successful in this. Assistance is given in the provision of support for the poor and homeless, particularly in the winter months in the local area. Young people have benefited from assistance to undertake voluntary work in an underprivileged area of the world. Does Verden Sykes Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Verden Sykes 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 Verden Sykes Trust? Verden Sykes Trust 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=SC007281).