--- title: "Cathedral Quarter Trust — check charity number NIC101653 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cathedral Quarter Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC101653. 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/cathedral-quarter-trust retrieved: 2026-08-18T12:02:34.840Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cathedral Quarter Trust is a registered charity (number NIC101653) 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; the advancement of the arts; culture. Its latest reported income was £3,800 (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 Cathedral Quarter Trust? Registered charity number NIC101653 Status Registered (active) Charity type Memorandum and Articles Location Belfast Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £3,800 Website [www.cqtrust.org](http://www.cqtrust.org/) ## What does Cathedral Quarter Trust do? The Charity’s objects (“Objects”) are specifically restricted to the following:- 1. The promotion of the arts, culture and heritage in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter (the “area of benefit”), in particular by: (a) promoting, organising and publicising cultural and arts activities, events, performances, initiatives and exhibitions, and encouraging complementarity and inclusivity; (b) encouraging interest in and raising awareness of cultural, arts and heritage matters and issues; (c) encouraging public participation in the arts and in decision-making processes relating to cultural and arts acti… ## What causes is Cathedral Quarter Trust registered for? The advancement of citizenship or community developmentThe advancement of the artsculture ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cathedral Quarter Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cathedral Quarter 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=cathedral-quarter-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.cqtrust.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cathedral Quarter Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Cathedral Quarter Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC101653) 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 Cathedral Quarter Trust's charity number? Cathedral Quarter Trust's charity number is NIC101653. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC101653? Search NIC101653 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 Cathedral Quarter Trust do? The Charity’s objects (“Objects”) are specifically restricted to the following:- 1. The promotion of the arts, culture and heritage in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter (the “area of benefit”), in particular by: (a) promoting, organising and publicising cultural and arts activities, events, performances, initiatives and exhibitions, and encouraging complementarity and inclusivity; (b) encouraging interest in and raising awareness of cultural, arts and heritage matters and issues; (c) encouraging public participation in the arts and in decision-making processes relating to cultural and arts acti… Does Cathedral Quarter Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cathedral Quarter 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 Cathedral Quarter Trust? Cathedral Quarter Trust's website is http://www.cqtrust.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=101653&subId=0).