--- title: "Aid to the Church in Need Ireland — check charity number NIC102345 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Aid to the Church in Need Ireland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC102345. The advancement of religion charity based in Belfast. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/aid-to-the-church-in-need-ireland retrieved: 2026-08-18T11:34:26.754Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Aid to the Church in Need Ireland is a registered charity (number NIC102345) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of religion. Its latest reported income was £245,221 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Aid to the Church in Need Ireland? Registered charity number NIC102345 Status Registered (active) Charity type Constitution Location Belfast Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £245,221 Website [www.acnireland.org](http://www.acnireland.org/) ## What does Aid to the Church in Need Ireland do? a. Advance the Christian religion by supporting and promoting the Church especially in countries where Christians are suffering persecution or discrimination b. Further the other charitable work of the Church by providing practical assistance and pastoral care for persons in need, especially those who are living in or are refugees from such countries. c. Form part of the International Association named ‘Aid to the Church in Need’ (a.k.a. ACN) and abide by the spiritual and pastoral mission and values of the international association in furthering the objectives. ## What causes is Aid to the Church in Need Ireland registered for? The advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Aid to the Church in Need Ireland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Aid to the Church in Need Ireland 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=aid-to-the-church-in-need-ireland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.acnireland.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Aid to the Church in Need Ireland a legitimate charity? Yes. Aid to the Church in Need Ireland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC102345) regulated by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Aid to the Church in Need Ireland's charity number? Aid to the Church in Need Ireland's charity number is NIC102345. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC102345? Search NIC102345 on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Aid to the Church in Need Ireland do? a. Advance the Christian religion by supporting and promoting the Church especially in countries where Christians are suffering persecution or discrimination b. Further the other charitable work of the Church by providing practical assistance and pastoral care for persons in need, especially those who are living in or are refugees from such countries. c. Form part of the International Association named ‘Aid to the Church in Need’ (a.k.a. ACN) and abide by the spiritual and pastoral mission and values of the international association in furthering the objectives. Does Aid to the Church in Need Ireland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Aid to the Church in Need Ireland. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Aid to the Church in Need Ireland? Aid to the Church in Need Ireland's website is http://www.acnireland.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register extract dated 2026-08-12, 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.charitycommissionni.org.uk/charity-search/charity-details-page/?regId=102345&subId=0).