--- title: "Samaritans of Ballymena — check charity number NIC106793 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Samaritans of Ballymena a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC106793. The advancement of education charity based in Ballymena. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/samaritans-of-ballymena retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:07:51.807Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Samaritans of Ballymena is a registered charity (number NIC106793) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of health or the saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £17,309 (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 Samaritans of Ballymena? Registered charity number NIC106793 Status Registered (active) Charity type Memorandum and Articles Location Ballymena Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £17,309 Website [www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-ballymena-branch](http://www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-ballymena-branch) ## What does Samaritans of Ballymena do? To enable persons in Ballymena and the surrounding area as well as elsewhere in the United Kingdom who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those who may be at risk of suicide, to receive confidential emotional support at any time of the day or night in order to improve their emotional health and to reduce the incidence of suicide; To promote a better understanding in society of suicide, suicidal behaviour and the value of expressing feelings which may otherwise lead to suicide or impaired emotional health; and To collaborate with and support the Combined Central Ch… ## What causes is Samaritans of Ballymena registered for? The advancement of educationThe advancement of health or the saving of lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Samaritans of Ballymena yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Samaritans of Ballymena 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=samaritans-of-ballymena&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-ballymena-branch) ## Frequently asked questions Is Samaritans of Ballymena a legitimate charity? Yes. Samaritans of Ballymena is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC106793) 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 Samaritans of Ballymena's charity number? Samaritans of Ballymena's charity number is NIC106793. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC106793? Search NIC106793 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 Samaritans of Ballymena do? To enable persons in Ballymena and the surrounding area as well as elsewhere in the United Kingdom who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those who may be at risk of suicide, to receive confidential emotional support at any time of the day or night in order to improve their emotional health and to reduce the incidence of suicide; To promote a better understanding in society of suicide, suicidal behaviour and the value of expressing feelings which may otherwise lead to suicide or impaired emotional health; and To collaborate with and support the Combined Central Ch… Does Samaritans of Ballymena have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Samaritans of Ballymena. 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 Samaritans of Ballymena? Samaritans of Ballymena's website is http://www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-ballymena-branch — 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=106793&subId=0).