--- title: "Ashton Community Trust — check charity number NIC104639 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ashton Community Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC104639. The advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Belfast. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ashton-community-trust retrieved: 2026-08-19T03:07:43.058Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ashton Community Trust is a registered charity (number NIC104639) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) 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 £6,178,090 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Ashton Community Trust? Registered charity number NIC104639 Status Registered (active) Charity type Memorandum and Articles Location Belfast Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £6,178,090 Website [www.ashtoncentre.com](http://www.ashtoncentre.com/) ## What does Ashton Community Trust do? The Charity’s objects (“Objects”) are specifically restricted to the following:- To promote the benefit of the inhabitants of North Belfast and its environs ( the “area of benefit”) without distinction of sex, sexual orientation, age, race, ethnicity, or political, religious or other opinion by associating with the statutory authorities, voluntary and community organisations and inhabitants in a common effort to: (a) advance community development by providing facilities and amenities for, and support and assistance to, community and voluntary groups and organisations; (b) advance health… ## What causes is Ashton Community Trust registered for? The advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ashton Community Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ashton Community Trust 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=ashton-community-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ashtoncentre.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ashton Community Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Ashton Community Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC104639) 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 Ashton Community Trust's charity number? Ashton Community Trust's charity number is NIC104639. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC104639? Search NIC104639 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 Ashton Community Trust do? The Charity’s objects (“Objects”) are specifically restricted to the following:- To promote the benefit of the inhabitants of North Belfast and its environs ( the “area of benefit”) without distinction of sex, sexual orientation, age, race, ethnicity, or political, religious or other opinion by associating with the statutory authorities, voluntary and community organisations and inhabitants in a common effort to: (a) advance community development by providing facilities and amenities for, and support and assistance to, community and voluntary groups and organisations; (b) advance health… Does Ashton Community Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ashton Community Trust. 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 Ashton Community Trust? Ashton Community Trust's website is http://www.ashtoncentre.com — 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=104639&subId=0).