--- title: "East Antrim University of the Third Age — charity NIC103317" description: "East Antrim University of the Third Age (charity NIC103317). Check registration, activities, accounts and official sources. Independent UK charity profile." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/east-antrim-university-of-the-third-age retrieved: 2026-09-22T21:30:22.930Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer East Antrim University of the Third Age is listed as a registered charity (number NIC103317) 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 £43,183 (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 East Antrim University of the Third Age? Registered charity number NIC103317 Status in source extract Registered Charity type Constitution Register contact locality (not service coverage) Carrickfergus Latest income (year ending 2025-01-31) £43,183 Website [www.eau3a.org.uk](http://www.eau3a.org.uk/) ## What does East Antrim University of the Third Age do? The Objects of The EAU3A reflect those of the national U3A organisation, namely: a. to advance the education of the public and in particular the education of older people no longer in full time gainful employment in East Antrim and surrounding localities. b. The provision of facilities for leisure time and recreational activities with the object of improving the conditions of life for the above persons in the interests of their social wellbeing. ## What causes is East Antrim University of the Third Age registered for? The advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for East Antrim University of the Third Age yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. East Antrim 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](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## What should you check before donating to East Antrim University of the Third Age? - Match the registered name and number to the appeal. 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[Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=east-antrim-university-of-the-third-age&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.eau3a.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is East Antrim University of the Third Age a legitimate charity? The register data used for this profile lists East Antrim University of the Third Age as a registered charity (number NIC103317) 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 East Antrim University of the Third Age's charity number? East Antrim University of the Third Age's charity number is NIC103317. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC103317? Search NIC103317 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 East Antrim University of the Third Age do? The Objects of The EAU3A reflect those of the national U3A organisation, namely: a. to advance the education of the public and in particular the education of older people no longer in full time gainful employment in East Antrim and surrounding localities. b. The provision of facilities for leisure time and recreational activities with the object of improving the conditions of life for the above persons in the interests of their social wellbeing. Does East Antrim University of the Third Age have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for East Antrim 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 East Antrim University of the Third Age? East Antrim University of the Third Age's website listed in our register data is http://www.eau3a.org.uk. 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=103317&subId=0).