--- title: "Mary Ann McCracken Foundation — check charity number NIC108857 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Mary Ann McCracken Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC108857. The prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Belfast. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/mary-ann-mccracken-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:46:32.636Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Mary Ann McCracken Foundation is a registered charity (number NIC108857) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of human rights. Its latest reported income was £59,861 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Mary Ann McCracken Foundation? Registered charity number NIC108857 Status Registered (active) Charity type Memorandum and Articles Location Belfast Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £59,861 Website [maryannmccrackenfoundation.org](https://maryannmccrackenfoundation.org/) ## What does Mary Ann McCracken Foundation do? The Company's objects ("Objects") are specifically restricted to the following: To advance education of the public about the life and works of Mary Ann McCracken, a leading social reformer and philanthropist, by any charitable means as the directors shall consider appropriate. In the spirit of the legacy and work of Mary Ann McCracken, to advance education, to prevent or relieve poverty, to advance human rights and promote equality in any part of the world by any charitable means as the directors shall consider appropriate and to further any other purpose which is exclusively charitable ac… ## What causes is Mary Ann McCracken Foundation registered for? The prevention or relief of povertyThe advancement of educationThe advancement of human rights ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Mary Ann McCracken Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Mary Ann McCracken Foundation 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=mary-ann-mccracken-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://maryannmccrackenfoundation.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Mary Ann McCracken Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. Mary Ann McCracken Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC108857) 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 Mary Ann McCracken Foundation's charity number? Mary Ann McCracken Foundation's charity number is NIC108857. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC108857? Search NIC108857 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 Mary Ann McCracken Foundation do? The Company's objects ("Objects") are specifically restricted to the following: To advance education of the public about the life and works of Mary Ann McCracken, a leading social reformer and philanthropist, by any charitable means as the directors shall consider appropriate. In the spirit of the legacy and work of Mary Ann McCracken, to advance education, to prevent or relieve poverty, to advance human rights and promote equality in any part of the world by any charitable means as the directors shall consider appropriate and to further any other purpose which is exclusively charitable ac… Does Mary Ann McCracken Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Mary Ann McCracken Foundation. 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 Mary Ann McCracken Foundation? Mary Ann McCracken Foundation's website is https://maryannmccrackenfoundation.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=108857&subId=0).