--- title: "Downshire Brass — charity NIC108009" description: "Downshire Brass (charity NIC108009). Check registration, activities, accounts and official sources. Independent UK charity profile." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/downshire-brass retrieved: 2026-09-21T01:27:23.399Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Downshire Brass is listed as a registered charity (number NIC108009) 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 the arts; culture; heritage or science. Its latest reported income was £34,388 (year ending 2025-01-31). 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 Downshire Brass? Registered charity number NIC108009 Status in source extract Registered Charity type Constitution Register contact locality (not service coverage) Lisburn Latest income (year ending 2025-01-31) £34,388 Website [www.downshirebrass.com](http://www.downshirebrass.com/) ## What does Downshire Brass do? The objectives of the Band shall be the advancement of the knowledge of music among the members for the public benefit through public performances in Northern Ireland. In furtherance of the above objectives the Band may: a) co-operate with bodies and organisations that may contribute either directly or indirectly towards the administration and operations of the Band. b) raise funds and invite or receive contributions from any person or organisation by way of subscription, donation or otherwise. c) affiliate to other organisations with similar objectives. d) conduct such activities as may be… ## What causes is Downshire Brass registered for? The advancement of the artscultureheritage or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Downshire Brass yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Downshire Brass 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](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## What should you check before donating to Downshire Brass? - Match the registered name and number to the appeal. A real charity number can be copied by someone impersonating the organisation. - Open the current register entry to check status, contact details and available accounts. This profile reflects a dated extract. - Read the charity’s annual report for its work and results. 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The register data used for this profile lists Downshire Brass as a registered charity (number NIC108009) 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 Downshire Brass's charity number? Downshire Brass's charity number is NIC108009. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC108009? Search NIC108009 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 Downshire Brass do? The objectives of the Band shall be the advancement of the knowledge of music among the members for the public benefit through public performances in Northern Ireland. In furtherance of the above objectives the Band may: a) co-operate with bodies and organisations that may contribute either directly or indirectly towards the administration and operations of the Band. b) raise funds and invite or receive contributions from any person or organisation by way of subscription, donation or otherwise. c) affiliate to other organisations with similar objectives. d) conduct such activities as may be… Does Downshire Brass have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Downshire Brass. 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 Downshire Brass? Downshire Brass's website listed in our register data is http://www.downshirebrass.com. 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](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=108009&subId=0).