--- title: "Ripon Young Men's Christian Association — check charity number 250986 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ripon Young Men's Christian Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 250986. General Charitable Purposes charity based in 5 Water Skellgate. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ripon-young-men-s-christian-association retrieved: 2026-08-23T23:14:25.298Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ripon Young Men's Christian Association is a registered charity (number 250986) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; accommodation/housing; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £528,287 (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 Ripon Young Men's Christian Association? Registered charity number 250986 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location 5 Water Skellgate Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £528,287 Website [riponymca.org](http://riponymca.org/) ## What does Ripon Young Men's Christian Association do? The provision of hostel accommodation for single young people aged 16-35. We provide a hall, lounge, training room for the use of the Ripon community. Our own work includes a drama club for young people aged 11-16 and a parent and toddler group. ## What causes is Ripon Young Men's Christian Association registered for? General Charitable PurposesAccommodation/housingReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ripon Young Men's Christian Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ripon Young Men's Christian Association 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=ripon-young-men-s-christian-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://riponymca.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ripon Young Men's Christian Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Ripon Young Men's Christian Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 250986) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Ripon Young Men's Christian Association's charity number? Ripon Young Men's Christian Association's charity number is 250986. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 250986? Search 250986 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Ripon Young Men's Christian Association do? The provision of hostel accommodation for single young people aged 16-35. We provide a hall, lounge, training room for the use of the Ripon community. Our own work includes a drama club for young people aged 11-16 and a parent and toddler group. Does Ripon Young Men's Christian Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ripon Young Men's Christian Association. 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 England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Ripon Young Men's Christian Association? Ripon Young Men's Christian Association's website is http://riponymca.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, 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://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/250986).