--- title: "North West Carnival Initiative — check charity number NIC108829 | CharityCompare" description: "Is North West Carnival Initiative a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC108829. The advancement of the arts charity based in Londonderry. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/north-west-carnival-initiative retrieved: 2026-08-24T02:31:32.460Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer North West Carnival Initiative is a registered charity (number NIC108829) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of the arts; culture; heritage or science. Its latest reported income was £164,647 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 North West Carnival Initiative? Registered charity number NIC108829 Status Registered (active) Charity type Memorandum and Articles Location Londonderry Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £164,647 Website [www.facebook.com/northwestcarnivalinitiative](https://www.facebook.com/northwestcarnivalinitiative/) ## What does North West Carnival Initiative do? Promote for the public benefit community participation in arts and cultural activities in the Derry and Strabane and surrounding areas (the ‘area of benefit’) by: i) providing support and services for the education and training of people of all ages in carnival arts; ii) stimulating artistic creativity through the provision of activities and support for artistic expression; iii) providing access to a range of art forms and performance opportunities; and iv) initiating and facilitating projects to improve engagement in the arts, specifically carnival arts, for those from disadvantaged commun… ## What causes is North West Carnival Initiative registered for? The advancement of the artscultureheritage or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for North West Carnival Initiative yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. North West Carnival Initiative 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=north-west-carnival-initiative&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.facebook.com/northwestcarnivalinitiative/) ## Frequently asked questions Is North West Carnival Initiative a legitimate charity? Yes. North West Carnival Initiative is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC108829) 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 North West Carnival Initiative's charity number? North West Carnival Initiative's charity number is NIC108829. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC108829? Search NIC108829 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 North West Carnival Initiative do? Promote for the public benefit community participation in arts and cultural activities in the Derry and Strabane and surrounding areas (the ‘area of benefit’) by: i) providing support and services for the education and training of people of all ages in carnival arts; ii) stimulating artistic creativity through the provision of activities and support for artistic expression; iii) providing access to a range of art forms and performance opportunities; and iv) initiating and facilitating projects to improve engagement in the arts, specifically carnival arts, for those from disadvantaged commun… Does North West Carnival Initiative have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for North West Carnival Initiative. 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 North West Carnival Initiative? North West Carnival Initiative's website is https://www.facebook.com/northwestcarnivalinitiative/ — 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=108829&subId=0).