--- title: "Carrickfergus & District Mencap Society — check charity number NIC101253 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Carrickfergus & District Mencap Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC101253. The relief of those in need by reason of youth charity based in Country Antrim. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/carrickfergus-district-mencap-society retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:08:08.947Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Carrickfergus & District Mencap Society is a registered charity (number NIC101253) 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 £110,873 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Carrickfergus & District Mencap Society? Registered charity number NIC101253 Status Registered (active) Charity type Constitution Location Country Antrim Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £110,873 Website [www.carrickfergusmencap.org.uk](https://www.carrickfergusmencap.org.uk/) ## What does Carrickfergus & District Mencap Society do? (a) The relief of people with a learning disability in particular by the provision of help and support for them and for their families, dependants and carers, and to prevent learning disabilities for the public benefit. (b) To provide or assist in the provision of facilities for the recreation or other leisure time occupation for people who have need thereof by reason of learning disability with the object of improving their conditions of life. "learning disability" means any developmental disability of the mind and any associated condition howsoever caused and whether mild, moderate or seve… ## What causes is Carrickfergus & District Mencap Society registered for? The relief of those in need by reason of youthageill-health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Carrickfergus & District Mencap Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Carrickfergus & District Mencap Society 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=carrickfergus-district-mencap-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.carrickfergusmencap.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Carrickfergus & District Mencap Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Carrickfergus & District Mencap Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC101253) 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 Carrickfergus & District Mencap Society's charity number? Carrickfergus & District Mencap Society's charity number is NIC101253. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC101253? Search NIC101253 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 Carrickfergus & District Mencap Society do? (a) The relief of people with a learning disability in particular by the provision of help and support for them and for their families, dependants and carers, and to prevent learning disabilities for the public benefit. (b) To provide or assist in the provision of facilities for the recreation or other leisure time occupation for people who have need thereof by reason of learning disability with the object of improving their conditions of life. "learning disability" means any developmental disability of the mind and any associated condition howsoever caused and whether mild, moderate or seve… Does Carrickfergus & District Mencap Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Carrickfergus & District Mencap Society. 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 Carrickfergus & District Mencap Society? Carrickfergus & District Mencap Society's website is https://www.carrickfergusmencap.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=101253&subId=0).