--- title: "Beginning Experience — check charity number NIC103816 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Beginning Experience a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC103816. The relief of those in need by reason of youth charity based in Bt33 0Pg. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/beginning-experience retrieved: 2026-08-18T11:24:57.920Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Beginning Experience is a registered charity (number NIC103816) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of youth; age; ill-health. Its latest reported income was £3,340 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Beginning Experience? Registered charity number NIC103816 Status Registered (active) Charity type Constitution Location Bt33 0Pg Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £3,340 Website [www.beginningexperience.org](http://www.beginningexperience.org/) ## What does Beginning Experience do? The purpose of Beginning Experience is to provide support to separated, divorced and widowed people to help them to work through the grief of the loss of their spouse. It helps deal with the natural grief process and offers an opportunity for turning the pain of loss into an experience of positive growth. ## What causes is Beginning Experience registered for? The relief of those in need by reason of youthageill-health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Beginning Experience yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Beginning Experience 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=beginning-experience&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.beginningexperience.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Beginning Experience a legitimate charity? Yes. Beginning Experience is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC103816) 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 Beginning Experience's charity number? Beginning Experience's charity number is NIC103816. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC103816? Search NIC103816 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 Beginning Experience do? The purpose of Beginning Experience is to provide support to separated, divorced and widowed people to help them to work through the grief of the loss of their spouse. It helps deal with the natural grief process and offers an opportunity for turning the pain of loss into an experience of positive growth. Does Beginning Experience have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Beginning Experience. 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 Beginning Experience? Beginning Experience's website is http://www.beginningexperience.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=103816&subId=0).