01 Identity
Scottish charity record
- OSCR charity number
- SC049360
- Status
- Active
- Regulatory type
- Standard
- Designated religious body
- No
- Geographical spread
- A specific local point, community or neighbourhood
- Volunteers
- 1-50 volunteers
- Staff
- 3
- Postcode
- DG8 8PN
02 Purpose and work
What the charity exists to do
SMCC Whithorn has as its mission: To manage a community building which provides affordable facilities for a range of activities, that is inclusive and fully accessible to the local and wider community. To continuously develop and update the building, to adapt to the changing needs of the community as they arise and to continue to seek innovative ways to meet these needs. To provide accommodation for local community groups and public sector organisations in order to enhance local services for residents, particularly for those people who are disadvantaged, vulnerable or who face difficulties accessing provision appropriate to their particular needs and circumstances. To develop activities that provide local residents with opportunities for self-development, volunteering and involvement in the community, To become the hub of a federation encompassing the South Machars region of community centres, halls and buildings, for our mutual benefit.
Charitable purposes
- the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended
Beneficiaries
- No specific group, or for the benefit of the community
Activities
- It carries out activities or services itself
Constitutional objectives
The provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. This will be delivered from our aims, including. 4.1 The establishment of a fully inclusive, welcoming and effective Community Centre that will offer community members the opportunity to. 4.1.1 Become involved with a wider range of social, leisure and sporting activities than is available at present. 4.1.2 Socialise and learn new skills 4.1.3 Access enhanced local services in a venue that is accessible and affordable 4.1.4 Become involved in the operation of the Centre as a volunteer 4.2 Through feedback and evaluation ensure that the Centre remains focussed on the needs of the wider community
03 Annual returns
Income and expenditure history
| Year end | Income | Expenditure | Staff | Return received |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 May 2025 | £81,903 | £108,424 | 3 | 8 July 2026 |
| 31 May 2024 | £81,903 | £108,423 | 3 | 19 February 2025 |
| 31 May 2023 | £79,132 | £91,882 | 3 | 9 February 2024 |
| 31 May 2022 | £95,720 | £58,998 | 3 | 19 October 2022 |
| 31 May 2021 | £39,491 | £18,424 | 3 | 11 March 2022 |
Figures are those reported by the charity and supplied in the OSCR bulk download. Blank facts remain distinct from zero.
04 Contact record
Principal office or trustees address
- Address supplied to OSCR
- South Machars Community Centre, Castlehill, Whithorn , Newton Stewart
- Website supplied to OSCR
- www.smccwhithorn.org
- Parent charity
- Not supplied
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05 Provenance
Source for this profile
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