--- title: "Children in Northern Ireland — check charity number NIC101411 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Children in Northern Ireland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC101411. 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/children-in-northern-ireland retrieved: 2026-08-18T23:32:51.440Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Children in Northern Ireland is a registered charity (number NIC101411) 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 relief of those in need by reason of youth; age. Its latest reported income was £951,681 (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 Children in Northern Ireland? Registered charity number NIC101411 Status Registered (active) Charity type Memorandum and Articles Location Belfast Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £951,681 Website [www.ci-ni.org.uk](http://www.ci-ni.org.uk/) ## What does Children in Northern Ireland do? The Company's objects are specifically restricted to the promotion, development and support of the voluntary and community sector and in particular those organisations offering services and support to children, young people and their families and the promotion of benefit and wellbeing of children and young people and their families (hereinafter called the "beneficiaries") resident in Northern Ireland and in any other part of the world as the trustees may think fit (hereinafter called the "area of benefit") without distinction of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability/ability, race, ethni… ## What causes is Children in Northern Ireland registered for? The advancement of citizenship or community developmentThe relief of those in need by reason of youthage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Children in Northern Ireland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Children in Northern Ireland 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=children-in-northern-ireland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ci-ni.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Children in Northern Ireland a legitimate charity? Yes. Children in Northern Ireland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC101411) 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 Children in Northern Ireland's charity number? Children in Northern Ireland's charity number is NIC101411. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC101411? Search NIC101411 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 Children in Northern Ireland do? The Company's objects are specifically restricted to the promotion, development and support of the voluntary and community sector and in particular those organisations offering services and support to children, young people and their families and the promotion of benefit and wellbeing of children and young people and their families (hereinafter called the "beneficiaries") resident in Northern Ireland and in any other part of the world as the trustees may think fit (hereinafter called the "area of benefit") without distinction of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability/ability, race, ethni… Does Children in Northern Ireland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Children in Northern Ireland. 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 Children in Northern Ireland? Children in Northern Ireland's website is http://www.ci-ni.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=101411&subId=0).