--- title: "HUGS for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus — check charity number NIC107486 | CharityCompare" description: "Is HUGS for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC107486. The relief of those in need by reason of youth charity based in Co Tyrone. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/hugs-for-spina-bifida-hydrocephalus retrieved: 2026-08-24T23:18:29.316Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer HUGS for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus is a registered charity (number NIC107486) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of youth; age; ill-health. 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 HUGS for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus? Registered charity number NIC107486 Status Registered (active) Charity type Constitution Location Co Tyrone Website [n/a](http://n/a) ## What does HUGS for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus do? The Group is established to support families with Spina Bifida and/or Hydrocephalus in Counties Tyrone and Fermanagh. by associating the statutory authorities, voluntary organisations and the inhabitants in a common effort to advance education, and to provide facilities in the interests of promoting health and social welfare for recreation or other leisure-time occupation, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants. ## What causes is HUGS for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus registered for? The relief of those in need by reason of youthageill-health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for HUGS for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. HUGS for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus 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=hugs-for-spina-bifida-hydrocephalus&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://n/a) ## Frequently asked questions Is HUGS for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus a legitimate charity? Yes. HUGS for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC107486) 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 HUGS for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus's charity number? HUGS for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus's charity number is NIC107486. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC107486? Search NIC107486 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 HUGS for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus do? The Group is established to support families with Spina Bifida and/or Hydrocephalus in Counties Tyrone and Fermanagh. by associating the statutory authorities, voluntary organisations and the inhabitants in a common effort to advance education, and to provide facilities in the interests of promoting health and social welfare for recreation or other leisure-time occupation, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants. Does HUGS for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for HUGS for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus. 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 HUGS for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus? HUGS for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus'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=107486&subId=0).