# Best Way Community Development

## Details

- **Country:** Scotland
- **Charity number:** SC052379
- **Known as:** Best Way CD
- **Status:** Active
- **Legal form:** SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
- **Registered:** March 3, 2023
- **Register:** https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC052379


## Contact

- **Address:** Jerviston Community CentreCoalhall Avenue Motherwell Lanarkshire, Motherwell
- **Postcode:** ML1 4BU
- **Website:** www.bestwaycd.org



## Activities

**Activities:** 'It carries out activities or services itself'

**Purposes:** 'the prevention or relief of poverty','the advancement of education','the advancement of citizenship or community development','the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science','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','the advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation','the promotion of equality and diversity'

**What the charity does:** Bestway Community Development is a community-led charity established to relieve poverty, reduce social isolation, and advance community development, particularly within African and ethnically diverse communities in North Lanarkshire. We improve wellbeing and promote inclusion through family support, digital inclusion activities, wellbeing and health awareness sessions, community meals, and advice and signposting services. Our work supports New Scots, refugees, carers, and families affected by drug and alcohol misuse, as well as people living with long-term health conditions such as mental health challenges, diabetes, and disability. We provide safe and inclusive spaces where people can access practical support, build confidence, and reduce isolation. We work in partnership with statutory services, health providers, and local organisations to improve access to support and help individuals and families achieve greater independence and resilience.

**Beneficiaries:** 'People with a particular ethnic or racial origin','No specific group, or for the benefit of the community'

**Objectives:** The Organisation has been formed to benefit the community of Motherwell and surrounding areas with the following purposes: the prevention or relief of poverty the advancement of education the advancement of citizenship or community development the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities the advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation the promotion of equality and diversity





## Geography

- **Main operating location:** North Lanarkshire
- **Geographical spread:** Wider, but within one local authority area



## Finances

| Period end | Income | Expenditure | Assets | Employees | Accounts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 31, 2026 | £0 | £0 |  -  | 4 |  |
| March 31, 2025 | £54018 | £54291 |  -  |  -  | [PDF](/sc/SC052379/files/2025-03-31-accounts.pdf) (4.3 MB) |
| March 31, 2024 | £18950 | £21275 |  -  |  -  |  |