--- title: "Heartbeat-NI — check charity number NIC101287 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Heartbeat-NI a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC101287. The advancement of health or the saving of lives charity based in Co Down. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/heartbeat-ni retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:51:50.009Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Heartbeat-NI is a registered charity (number NIC101287) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or the saving of lives; the relief of those in need by reason of youth; age. Its latest reported income was £24,510 (year ending 2018-12-31). 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 Heartbeat-NI? Registered charity number NIC101287 Status Registered (active) Location Co Down Latest income (year ending 2018-12-31) £24,510 ## What does Heartbeat-NI do? The charity is formed as a support to families living in Northern Ireland who have children with heart conditions, either congenital or acquired. ## What causes is Heartbeat-NI registered for? The advancement of health or the saving of livesThe relief of those in need by reason of youthage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Heartbeat-NI yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Heartbeat-NI 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=heartbeat-ni&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Heartbeat-NI a legitimate charity? Yes. Heartbeat-NI is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC101287) 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 Heartbeat-NI's charity number? Heartbeat-NI's charity number is NIC101287. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC101287? Search NIC101287 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 Heartbeat-NI do? The charity is formed as a support to families living in Northern Ireland who have children with heart conditions, either congenital or acquired. Does Heartbeat-NI have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Heartbeat-NI. 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 Heartbeat-NI? Heartbeat-NI 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=101287&subId=0).