--- title: "West Saltoun Community Trust [SCIO] — check charity number SC049963 | CharityCompare" description: "Is West Saltoun Community Trust [SCIO] a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049963. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in East Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/west-saltoun-community-trust-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:42:39.585Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer West Saltoun Community Trust [SCIO] is a registered charity (number SC049963) 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 citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £80 (year ending 2025-02-28). 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 Saltoun Community Trust [SCIO]? Registered charity number SC049963 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location East Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-02-28) £80 ## What does West Saltoun Community Trust [SCIO] do? Undertake activities to benefit the community of West Saltoun ## What causes is West Saltoun Community Trust [SCIO] registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for West Saltoun Community Trust [SCIO] yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. West Saltoun Community Trust [SCIO] 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-saltoun-community-trust-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is West Saltoun Community Trust [SCIO] a legitimate charity? Yes. West Saltoun Community Trust [SCIO] is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049963) 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 Saltoun Community Trust [SCIO]'s charity number? West Saltoun Community Trust [SCIO]'s charity number is SC049963. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049963? Search SC049963 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 Saltoun Community Trust [SCIO] do? Undertake activities to benefit the community of West Saltoun Does West Saltoun Community Trust [SCIO] have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for West Saltoun Community Trust [SCIO]. 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 Saltoun Community Trust [SCIO]? West Saltoun Community Trust [SCIO] 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=SC049963).