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title: "Core Issues Trust — check charity number NIC105095 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Core Issues Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC105095. The advancement of education charity based in County Down. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/core-issues-trust
retrieved: 2026-08-19T14:26:53.535Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Core Issues Trust is a registered charity (number NIC105095) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £168,353 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Core Issues Trust?

Registered charity number

NIC105095

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Memorandum and Articles

Location

County Down

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£168,353

Website

[www.core-issues.org](http://www.core-issues.org/)

## What does Core Issues Trust do?

The Trust is established for charitable purposes only, specifically the advancement of education, and advancement of the Christian Faith. 2.2 Such purposes must be carried out exclusively in a manner that is beneficial to the public and is recognised by the law of Northern Ireland as being charitable.

## What causes is Core Issues Trust registered for?

The advancement of educationThe advancement of religion

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Core Issues Trust yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Core Issues 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Core Issues Trust a legitimate charity?

Yes. Core Issues Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC105095) 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 Core Issues Trust's charity number?

Core Issues Trust's charity number is NIC105095. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number NIC105095?

Search NIC105095 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 Core Issues Trust do?

The Trust is established for charitable purposes only, specifically the advancement of education, and advancement of the Christian Faith. 2.2 Such purposes must be carried out exclusively in a manner that is beneficial to the public and is recognised by the law of Northern Ireland as being charitable.

Does Core Issues Trust have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Core Issues 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 Core Issues Trust?

Core Issues Trust's website is http://www.core-issues.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=105095&subId=0).