Is Downe University of the Third Age a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Downe University of the Third Age as a registered charity (number NIC102502) with the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Downe University of the Third Age's charity number?

Downe University of the Third Age's charity number is NIC102502. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number NIC102502?

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Registered charity · No. NIC102502ConstitutionDownpatrick

Downe University of the Third Age

Downe University of the Third Age is a registered charity in Northern Ireland working in the advancement of education, based in Downpatrick.

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Quick answer

Downe University of the Third Age is listed as a registered charity (number NIC102502) in the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) data used for this profile. Verify its current status and contact details on the live register before donating. It is registered for: the advancement of education. Its latest reported income was £30,903 (year ending 2026-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score can be added when it enters our detailed scoring dataset.

What are the key facts about Downe University of the Third Age?

Registered charity number: NIC102502
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Constitution
Register contact locality (not service coverage): Downpatrick
Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31): £30,903
Website: downeu3a.org

What does Downe University of the Third Age do?

i. to advance the education of older people who are no longer in full time gainful activity in Downpatrick and its surrounding locality; ii. to promote the education and well-being of members of Downe U3A

What causes is Downe University of the Third Age registered for?

The advancement of education

Why is there no Clarity Score for Downe University of the Third Age yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Downe University of the Third Age 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. A rating can be added when the charity enters our scoring dataset with enough filing data. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

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Frequently asked questions

Is Downe University of the Third Age a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Downe University of the Third Age as a registered charity (number NIC102502) with the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Downe University of the Third Age's charity number?: Downe University of the Third Age's charity number is NIC102502. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number NIC102502?: Search NIC102502 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 Downe University of the Third Age do?: i. to advance the education of older people who are no longer in full time gainful activity in Downpatrick and its surrounding locality; ii. to promote the education and well-being of members of Downe U3A
Does Downe University of the Third Age have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Downe University of the Third Age. 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 Downe University of the Third Age?: Downe University of the Third Age's website listed in our register data is http://downeu3a.org. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

Source: Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register extract dated 2026-09-08, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.