--- title: "The Churches Trust Limited — check charity number NIC105253 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Churches Trust Limited a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC105253. The prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Londonderry. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-churches-trust-limited retrieved: 2026-08-24T21:16:36.854Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Churches Trust Limited is a registered charity (number NIC105253) 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. Its latest reported income was £498,079 (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 The Churches Trust Limited? Registered charity number NIC105253 Status Registered (active) Charity type Memorandum and Articles Location Londonderry Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £498,079 Website [www.thechurchestrust.org.uk](http://www.thechurchestrust.org.uk/) ## What does The Churches Trust Limited do? The objects of the company shall be to promote the benefit of the inhabitants of the North-West of Ireland without distinction of sex or political, religious or other opinions by associating the local authorities, churches, voluntary organisations and inhabitants in a common effort to relieve poverty, sickness and distress and to advance education so as to improve the conditions of life for the said inhabitants; and in particular but not so as to limit the generality of the foregoing (i) to operate a free and confidential service of advice, information and counsel to the public regarding thei… ## What causes is The Churches Trust Limited registered for? The prevention or relief of povertyThe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Churches Trust Limited yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Churches Trust Limited 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=the-churches-trust-limited&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thechurchestrust.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Churches Trust Limited a legitimate charity? Yes. The Churches Trust Limited is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC105253) 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 The Churches Trust Limited's charity number? The Churches Trust Limited's charity number is NIC105253. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC105253? Search NIC105253 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 The Churches Trust Limited do? The objects of the company shall be to promote the benefit of the inhabitants of the North-West of Ireland without distinction of sex or political, religious or other opinions by associating the local authorities, churches, voluntary organisations and inhabitants in a common effort to relieve poverty, sickness and distress and to advance education so as to improve the conditions of life for the said inhabitants; and in particular but not so as to limit the generality of the foregoing (i) to operate a free and confidential service of advice, information and counsel to the public regarding thei… Does The Churches Trust Limited have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Churches Trust Limited. 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 The Churches Trust Limited? The Churches Trust Limited's website is http://www.thechurchestrust.org.uk — 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=105253&subId=0).