--- title: "Cara-Friend — check charity number NIC106210 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cara-Friend a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC106210. The advancement of education charity based in Steve@Cara-Friend.Org.Uk. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cara-friend retrieved: 2026-08-18T06:37:00.627Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cara-Friend is a registered charity (number NIC106210) 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 health or the saving of lives; the advancement of human rights. Its latest reported income was £404,483 (year ending 2026-03-31). 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 Cara-Friend? Registered charity number NIC106210 Status Registered (active) Charity type Memorandum and Articles Location Steve@Cara-Friend.Org.Uk Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £404,483 Website [www.cara-friend.org.uk](http://www.cara-friend.org.uk/) ## What does Cara-Friend do? The Company’s objects are specifically restricted to the promotion of equality, diversity and human rights for lesbian, gay and bisexual and transgender people, the advancement of education, the promotion, protection and preservation of physical and mental health and wellbeing and the promotion of the benefit of those inhabitants who are or who may be lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (hereinafter called “the beneficiaries”) in Northern Ireland hereinafter described as "the area of benefit") without distinction of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnic identity,… ## What causes is Cara-Friend registered for? The advancement of educationThe advancement of health or the saving of livesThe advancement of human rights ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cara-Friend yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cara-Friend 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=cara-friend&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.cara-friend.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cara-Friend a legitimate charity? Yes. Cara-Friend is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC106210) 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 Cara-Friend's charity number? Cara-Friend's charity number is NIC106210. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC106210? Search NIC106210 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 Cara-Friend do? The Company’s objects are specifically restricted to the promotion of equality, diversity and human rights for lesbian, gay and bisexual and transgender people, the advancement of education, the promotion, protection and preservation of physical and mental health and wellbeing and the promotion of the benefit of those inhabitants who are or who may be lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (hereinafter called “the beneficiaries”) in Northern Ireland hereinafter described as "the area of benefit") without distinction of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnic identity,… Does Cara-Friend have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cara-Friend. 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 Cara-Friend? Cara-Friend's website is http://www.cara-friend.org.uk — 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=106210&subId=0).