--- title: "ECF Trust — check charity number NIC108294 | CharityCompare" description: "Is ECF Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC108294. The advancement of education charity based in Craigavon. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ecf-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T07:54:26.043Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer ECF Trust is a registered charity (number NIC108294) 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; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £255,782 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 ECF Trust? Registered charity number NIC108294 Status Registered (active) Charity type Memorandum and Articles Location Craigavon Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £255,782 Website [www.emmanuel-portadown.co.uk](http://www.emmanuel-portadown.co.uk/) ## What does ECF Trust do? The Churches Trust is established for the benefit of the public in Northern Ireland and in any other part of the world, the Churches Trust’s objects (“Objects”) are specifically restricted to the following: The advancement of the Evangelical Christian Faith in accordance with the Doctrinal Basis of Faith in particular but not exclusively by public worship services, prayer meetings, bible studies, bible teaching, pastoral care, education, missionary and outreach work and in such other charitable means as the Directors may from time to time think fit. The advancement of education, citizenshi… ## What causes is ECF Trust registered for? The advancement of educationThe advancement of religionThe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for ECF Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. ECF 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? 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=ecf-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.emmanuel-portadown.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is ECF Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. ECF Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC108294) 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 ECF Trust's charity number? ECF Trust's charity number is NIC108294. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC108294? Search NIC108294 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 ECF Trust do? The Churches Trust is established for the benefit of the public in Northern Ireland and in any other part of the world, the Churches Trust’s objects (“Objects”) are specifically restricted to the following: The advancement of the Evangelical Christian Faith in accordance with the Doctrinal Basis of Faith in particular but not exclusively by public worship services, prayer meetings, bible studies, bible teaching, pastoral care, education, missionary and outreach work and in such other charitable means as the Directors may from time to time think fit. The advancement of education, citizenshi… Does ECF Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for ECF 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 ECF Trust? ECF Trust's website is http://www.emmanuel-portadown.co.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=108294&subId=0).