--- title: "Belfast Orangefest — check charity number NIC102975 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Belfast Orangefest a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC102975. The advancement of education charity based in Belfast. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/belfast-orangefest retrieved: 2026-08-18T13:15:14.436Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Belfast Orangefest is a registered charity (number NIC102975) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of the arts; culture. Its latest reported income was £68,436 (year ending 2025-02-28). 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 Belfast Orangefest? Registered charity number NIC102975 Status Registered (active) Location Belfast Latest income (year ending 2025-02-28) £68,436 ## What does Belfast Orangefest do? To advance the education of the public in the history, customs, culture and beliefs of the Protestant community in Belfast and in particular the Orange Institution by: (1) organising, promoting and presenting educational, artistic and cultural activities, including festivals, performances of music, drama, dance and poetry, and film shows: (2) assisting and facilitating local groups and others to participate in artistic and cultural activities. Provide and assist in the provision of facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation and other leisure time occupation, with the obje… ## What causes is Belfast Orangefest registered for? The advancement of educationThe advancement of the artsculture ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Belfast Orangefest yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Belfast Orangefest 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=belfast-orangefest&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Belfast Orangefest a legitimate charity? Yes. Belfast Orangefest is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC102975) 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 Belfast Orangefest's charity number? Belfast Orangefest's charity number is NIC102975. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC102975? Search NIC102975 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 Belfast Orangefest do? To advance the education of the public in the history, customs, culture and beliefs of the Protestant community in Belfast and in particular the Orange Institution by: (1) organising, promoting and presenting educational, artistic and cultural activities, including festivals, performances of music, drama, dance and poetry, and film shows: (2) assisting and facilitating local groups and others to participate in artistic and cultural activities. Provide and assist in the provision of facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation and other leisure time occupation, with the obje… Does Belfast Orangefest have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Belfast Orangefest. 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 Belfast Orangefest? Belfast Orangefest does not list a website in its register entry. Its official CCNI entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=102975&subId=0).