--- title: "Friends of Craic — check charity number NIC108753 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Friends of Craic a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC108753. The advancement of the arts charity based in Dungannon. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/friends-of-craic retrieved: 2026-08-24T09:58:55.956Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Friends of Craic is a registered charity (number NIC108753) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of the arts; culture; heritage or science. Its latest reported income was £7,500 (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 Friends of Craic? Registered charity number NIC108753 Status Registered (active) Charity type Constitution Location Dungannon Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £7,500 Website [n/a](http://n/a) ## What does Friends of Craic do? The charity’s purposes (‘the purposes’) are To support the provision of Drama Classes for children To support amateur drama groups productions To support the Craic Theatre in the provision of accessible and affordable drama productions, which are all inclusive To promote and encourage participation in the arts including music, photography, theatre and dance The beneficiaries are to be the local and wider community, providing them with education, entertainment, and culture in a disadvantaged area. The broader aim is to educate, inspire and facilitate creativity in a large group of young peo… ## What causes is Friends of Craic registered for? The advancement of the artscultureheritage or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Friends of Craic yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Friends of Craic 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=friends-of-craic&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://n/a) ## Frequently asked questions Is Friends of Craic a legitimate charity? Yes. Friends of Craic is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC108753) 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 Friends of Craic's charity number? Friends of Craic's charity number is NIC108753. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC108753? Search NIC108753 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 Friends of Craic do? The charity’s purposes (‘the purposes’) are To support the provision of Drama Classes for children To support amateur drama groups productions To support the Craic Theatre in the provision of accessible and affordable drama productions, which are all inclusive To promote and encourage participation in the arts including music, photography, theatre and dance The beneficiaries are to be the local and wider community, providing them with education, entertainment, and culture in a disadvantaged area. The broader aim is to educate, inspire and facilitate creativity in a large group of young peo… Does Friends of Craic have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of Craic. 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 Friends of Craic? Friends of Craic's website is http://n/a — 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=108753&subId=0).