North Ronaldsay Trust
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preserve the built heritage of historical interest on North Ronaldsay, in particular the North Ronaldsay lighthouse, the churches and other structures such as the sheep dyke, for the benefit of the community and the public at large and to promote public interest in the said heritage and public access thereto insofar as this is not detrimental to such preservation. To take all appropriate measures to conserve the natural heritage, flora and fauna, the geological, physiographical and archaeological features and the natural beauty and amenity of the island of North Ronaldsay, Orkney, such as the unique North Ronaldsay sheep, for the benefit of the community of the island and the public at large and to promote public interest therein and public …
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- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 95% of the 21,998 arts & culture charities in the United Kingdom with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
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- Its integrity score of 41 is below most of the 24,473 arts & culture charities in the United Kingdom GiveRadar tracks. GiveRadar bases this on limited verified information so far, with little on record for its governance. Explore United Kingdom data
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#21,886 of 24,473 arts & culture charities in the United Kingdom on integrity score
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Frequently asked questions about North Ronaldsay Trust
North Ronaldsay Trust is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in North Ronaldsay, Scotland, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 2000 and has been operating for 26 years. Its registration number is SC030545. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 41/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £1M in annual revenue.
Based on official filings, North Ronaldsay Trust has £1M in annual revenue. It allocates 100% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 74% for arts & culture charities in United Kingdom. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
preserve the built heritage of historical interest on North Ronaldsay, in particular the North Ronaldsay lighthouse, the churches and other structures such as the sheep dyke, for the benefit of the community and the public at large and to promote public interest in the said heritage and public access thereto insofar as this is not detrimental to such preservation. To take all appropriate measures to conserve the natural heritage, flora and fauna, the geological, physiographical and archaeological features and the natural beauty and amenity of the island of North Ronaldsay, Orkney, such as the unique North Ronaldsay sheep, for the benefit of the community of the island and the public... North Ronaldsay Trust is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 2000.
North Ronaldsay Trust is a charitable company limited by guarantee, the most common incorporated form for UK charities. It is registered with both Companies House and the Charity Commission, and must file annual accounts with both regulators. Directors (who are also charity trustees) have limited liability. Its Charity Commission registration number is SC030545.
North Ronaldsay Trust's official registration number is SC030545, as recorded in the national registry of United Kingdom.
North Ronaldsay Trust is located in North Ronaldsay, Scotland, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 2000 and has been active for 26 years.
North Ronaldsay Trust is based in North Ronaldsay in Scotland. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.
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Quick facts about North Ronaldsay Trust
- What is North Ronaldsay Trust?
- North Ronaldsay Trust is a arts & culture charitable company based in North Ronaldsay, United Kingdom. preserve the built heritage of historical interest on North Ronaldsay, in particular the North Ronaldsay lighthouse, the churches and other structures such as the sheep dyke, for the benefit of the community and the public at large and to promote public interest in the said heritage and public access thereto insofar as this is not detrimental to such preservation. To take all appropriate measures to conserve the natural heritage, flora and fauna, the geological, physiographical and archaeological features and the natural beauty and amenity of the island of North Ronaldsay, Orkney, such as the unique North Ronaldsay sheep, for the benefit of the community of the island and the public at large and to promote public interest therein and public access thereto insofar as this is not detrimental to such conservation. To promote industry and commerce on the island for the benefit of the general public and the alleviation of poverty. 'the advancement of citizenship or community development','the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science' (I) To take all appropriate measures to preserve the built heritage of historical interest on the island of North Ronaldsay, Orkney, in particular the North Ronaldsay lighthouse (i.e. the second of such to be built) and other structures such as the sheep dyke, for the benefit of the community of the island and the public at large and to promote public interest in the said heritage and public access thereto insofar as this is not detrimental to such preservation (2) To take all appropriate measures to conserve the natural heritage (being the flora and fauna, the geological, physiographical and archaelogical features and the natural beauty and amenity) of the island of North Ronaldsay, Orkney, such as the unique breed of North Ronaldsay sheep, for the benefit of the community of the island and the public at large and to promote public interest therein and public access thereto insofar as this is not detrimental to such conservation (3) To promote industry and commerce on the island for the benefit of the general public including agriculture, silviculture, arts and crafts (4) To provide or promote the provision of housing on the island for people in necessitous circumstances and also specially designed or adapted housing as may be required for the elderly, handicapped or disabled (5) To relieve poverty, provide help for the aged, handicapped and infirm, advance education and in particular promote opportunities for learning for the benefit of the general public and do all such other things that may benefit the community of the island of North Ronaldsay, Orkney, provided all such things are charitable in law under Sections 505 and 506 of the Income and Corporation Taxes Act t 988
- When was North Ronaldsay Trust founded?
- North Ronaldsay Trust was founded in 2000.
- Where is North Ronaldsay Trust located?
- Headquartered in North Ronaldsay, Scotland, United Kingdom.
- What is North Ronaldsay Trust's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is £1.4 million. 100% of expenses go to program services.
- Is North Ronaldsay Trust trustworthy?
- North Ronaldsay Trust has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 41 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is North Ronaldsay Trust's registration number?
- Registration: SC030545 (United Kingdom).
- What is North Ronaldsay Trust's website?
- https://www.northronaldsaytrust.com
- Are donations to North Ronaldsay Trust tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.