--- title: "Matchbox Youth Club — check charity number NIC108696 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Matchbox Youth Club a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC108696. The relief of those in need by reason of youth charity based in Londonderry. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/matchbox-youth-club retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:43:04.705Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Matchbox Youth Club is a registered charity (number NIC108696) 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. Its latest reported income was £191,950 (year ending 2023-03-31). 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 Matchbox Youth Club? Registered charity number NIC108696 Status Registered (active) Charity type Constitution Location Londonderry Latest income (year ending 2023-03-31) £191,950 Website [matchboxyouthclub.com](https://matchboxyouthclub.com/) ## What does Matchbox Youth Club do? The club is established in order to promote, without distinction of sex, race, political, religious or other opinion, the advancement of education, personal development, health and wellbeing of children and young people; so that they may achieve their full potential as individuals and members of society with a view to their conditions of life improving. ## What causes is Matchbox Youth Club registered for? The relief of those in need by reason of youthageill-health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Matchbox Youth Club yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Matchbox Youth Club 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=matchbox-youth-club&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://matchboxyouthclub.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Matchbox Youth Club a legitimate charity? Yes. Matchbox Youth Club is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC108696) 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 Matchbox Youth Club's charity number? Matchbox Youth Club's charity number is NIC108696. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC108696? Search NIC108696 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 Matchbox Youth Club do? The club is established in order to promote, without distinction of sex, race, political, religious or other opinion, the advancement of education, personal development, health and wellbeing of children and young people; so that they may achieve their full potential as individuals and members of society with a view to their conditions of life improving. Does Matchbox Youth Club have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Matchbox Youth Club. 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 Matchbox Youth Club? Matchbox Youth Club's website is https://matchboxyouthclub.com/ — 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=108696&subId=0).