--- title: "Rural Action Ltd — check charity number NIC108163 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Rural Action Ltd a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC108163. The prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Co Tyrone. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/rural-action-ltd retrieved: 2026-08-24T21:02:37.521Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Rural Action Ltd is a registered charity (number NIC108163) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts. Its latest reported income was £542,468 (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 Rural Action Ltd? Registered charity number NIC108163 Status Registered (active) Charity type Memorandum and Articles Location Co Tyrone Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £542,468 Website [www.ruralaction.co](http://www.ruralaction.co/) ## What does Rural Action Ltd do? The objects of the Charity are, insofar as is charitable, to be the regional champion of rural needs, to inspire action and make a positive difference in rural communities through assisting and working with individuals, community, voluntary, private and public sectors developing and delivering a range of economic, social and environmental projects and programmes in or for the benefit of Northern Ireland or any part of the island of Ireland (hereinafter known as the area of benefit) • To champion the needs of rural communities through consultation and community development projects and working… ## What causes is Rural Action Ltd registered for? The prevention or relief of povertyThe advancement of citizenship or community developmentThe advancement of the arts ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Rural Action Ltd yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Rural Action Ltd 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=rural-action-ltd&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ruralaction.co/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Rural Action Ltd a legitimate charity? Yes. Rural Action Ltd is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC108163) 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 Rural Action Ltd's charity number? Rural Action Ltd's charity number is NIC108163. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC108163? Search NIC108163 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 Rural Action Ltd do? The objects of the Charity are, insofar as is charitable, to be the regional champion of rural needs, to inspire action and make a positive difference in rural communities through assisting and working with individuals, community, voluntary, private and public sectors developing and delivering a range of economic, social and environmental projects and programmes in or for the benefit of Northern Ireland or any part of the island of Ireland (hereinafter known as the area of benefit) • To champion the needs of rural communities through consultation and community development projects and working… Does Rural Action Ltd have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Rural Action Ltd. 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 Rural Action Ltd? Rural Action Ltd's website is http://www.ruralaction.co — 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=108163&subId=0).