--- title: "Friends of the Choir Studio — check charity number NIC108238 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Friends of the Choir Studio a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC108238. The advancement of the arts charity based in Newry. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/friends-of-the-choir-studio retrieved: 2026-08-25T06:17:12.190Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Friends of the Choir Studio is a registered charity (number NIC108238) 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 £18,611 (year ending 2025-03-30). 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 the Choir Studio? Registered charity number NIC108238 Status Registered (active) Charity type Constitution Location Newry Latest income (year ending 2025-03-30) £18,611 ## What does Friends of the Choir Studio do? The purpose of Friends of the Choir Studio is to make the Arts more accessible to members, from different cultural and social backgrounds, who are given the opportunity to join in song and performance. We have special focus on a sense of well-being, promoting social inclusion, reducing isolation & supporting community development. We also use the choir to provide promotion and support to local charities and charitable causes. ## What causes is Friends of the Choir Studio registered for? The advancement of the artscultureheritage or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Friends of the Choir Studio yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Friends of the Choir Studio 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-the-choir-studio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Friends of the Choir Studio a legitimate charity? Yes. Friends of the Choir Studio is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC108238) 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 the Choir Studio's charity number? Friends of the Choir Studio's charity number is NIC108238. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC108238? Search NIC108238 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 the Choir Studio do? The purpose of Friends of the Choir Studio is to make the Arts more accessible to members, from different cultural and social backgrounds, who are given the opportunity to join in song and performance. We have special focus on a sense of well-being, promoting social inclusion, reducing isolation & supporting community development. We also use the choir to provide promotion and support to local charities and charitable causes. Does Friends of the Choir Studio have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of the Choir Studio. 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 the Choir Studio? Friends of the Choir Studio does not list a website in its register entry. Its official CCNI entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=108238&subId=0).