--- title: "West Coast Trust — check charity number SC017657 | CharityCompare" description: "Is West Coast Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC017657. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Argyll And Bute. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/west-coast-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:02:40.454Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer West Coast Trust is a registered charity (number SC017657) 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. 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 West Coast Trust? Registered charity number SC017657 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Argyll And Bute ## What does West Coast Trust do? The Trustees may apply the Trust Fund and the income thereof on part thereof for such charitable purposes (in the sense in which that expression is used in Section 505 (1) of the Income and Corporation Taxes Act 1988) as they in their uncontrolled discretion shall from time to time think fit including, without prejudice to the foregoing generality and without restricting the Trustees in any way in the exercise of their discretionary powers, but by way of a guide to the Trustees, the relief of poverty ,the advancement of education and the advancement of the Christian Religion. ## What causes is West Coast Trust registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for West Coast Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. West Coast 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=west-coast-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is West Coast Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. West Coast Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC017657) 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 West Coast Trust's charity number? West Coast Trust's charity number is SC017657. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC017657? Search SC017657 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 West Coast Trust do? The Trustees may apply the Trust Fund and the income thereof on part thereof for such charitable purposes (in the sense in which that expression is used in Section 505 (1) of the Income and Corporation Taxes Act 1988) as they in their uncontrolled discretion shall from time to time think fit including, without prejudice to the foregoing generality and without restricting the Trustees in any way in the exercise of their discretionary powers, but by way of a guide to the Trustees, the relief of poverty ,the advancement of education and the advancement of the Christian Religion. Does West Coast Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for West Coast 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 West Coast Trust? West Coast 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=SC017657).