--- title: "The Hopefuls — check charity number NIC103848 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Hopefuls a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC103848. The relief of those in need by reason of youth charity based in Belfast. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-hopefuls retrieved: 2026-08-26T08:52:08.712Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Hopefuls is a registered charity (number NIC103848) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of youth; age; ill-health. Its latest reported income was £3,877 (year ending 2026-03-31). 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 Hopefuls? Registered charity number NIC103848 Status Registered (active) Charity type Constitution Location Belfast Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £3,877 ## What does The Hopefuls do? The association is established to relieve the needs of people with physical and sensory disabilities through: (1) The provision of recreational facilities for the users of the Island Resource Centre Belfast (hereinafter called 'the beneficiaries') in the interest of social welfare with the object of improving their conditions of life, and; (2) The provision of advice and information to the beneficiaries in order to advance education and promote health. ## What causes is The Hopefuls registered for? The relief of those in need by reason of youthageill-health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Hopefuls yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Hopefuls 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-hopefuls&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Hopefuls a legitimate charity? Yes. The Hopefuls is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC103848) 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 Hopefuls's charity number? The Hopefuls's charity number is NIC103848. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC103848? Search NIC103848 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 Hopefuls do? The association is established to relieve the needs of people with physical and sensory disabilities through: (1) The provision of recreational facilities for the users of the Island Resource Centre Belfast (hereinafter called 'the beneficiaries') in the interest of social welfare with the object of improving their conditions of life, and; (2) The provision of advice and information to the beneficiaries in order to advance education and promote health. Does The Hopefuls have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Hopefuls. 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 Hopefuls? The Hopefuls does not list a website in its register entry. Its official CCNI entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=103848&subId=0).