--- title: "Mac (Ni) — check charity number NIC101511 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Mac (Ni) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC101511. The advancement of education charity based in County Down. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/mac-ni retrieved: 2026-08-23T00:05:06.426Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Mac (Ni) is a registered charity (number NIC101511) 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 health or the saving of lives; the relief of those in need by reason of youth. Its latest reported income was £2,383 (year ending 2018-09-30). 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 Mac (Ni)? Registered charity number NIC101511 Status Registered (active) Charity type Memorandum and Articles Location County Down Latest income (year ending 2018-09-30) £2,383 Website [www.mac-ni.org](http://www.mac-ni.org/) ## What does Mac (Ni) do? The Charity's objects ("Objects") are specifically restricted to the following: 1. To act as a resource for people in Northern Ireland and elsewhere (the "area of benefit"), particularly for those with autistic spectrum disorders and associated communication and interactive difficulties or other forms of disadvantage, by organising programmes of physical, educational and other activities and providing advice, guidance and practical support as a means of: (a) advancing in life and helping people by developing their skills, capacities and capabilities to enable them to participate in society as… ## What causes is Mac (Ni) registered for? The advancement of educationThe advancement of health or the saving of livesThe relief of those in need by reason of youth ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Mac (Ni) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Mac (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=mac-ni&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.mac-ni.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Mac (Ni) a legitimate charity? Yes. Mac (Ni) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC101511) 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 Mac (Ni)'s charity number? Mac (Ni)'s charity number is NIC101511. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC101511? Search NIC101511 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 Mac (Ni) do? The Charity's objects ("Objects") are specifically restricted to the following: 1. To act as a resource for people in Northern Ireland and elsewhere (the "area of benefit"), particularly for those with autistic spectrum disorders and associated communication and interactive difficulties or other forms of disadvantage, by organising programmes of physical, educational and other activities and providing advice, guidance and practical support as a means of: (a) advancing in life and helping people by developing their skills, capacities and capabilities to enable them to participate in society as… Does Mac (Ni) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Mac (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 Mac (Ni)? Mac (Ni)'s website is http://www.mac-ni.org — 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=101511&subId=0).