--- title: "The Laurence Trust — check charity number NIC102888 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Laurence Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC102888. The advancement of education charity based in Co Down. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-laurence-trust retrieved: 2026-08-26T17:24:26.166Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Laurence Trust is a registered charity (number NIC102888) 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; the relief of those in need by reason of youth. Its latest reported income was £15,123 (year ending 2025-04-01). 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 Laurence Trust? Registered charity number NIC102888 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Deed or Declaration of Trust Location Co Down Latest income (year ending 2025-04-01) £15,123 Website [www.thelaurencetrust.co.uk](http://www.thelaurencetrust.co.uk/) ## What does The Laurence Trust do? The Trust is established for the advancement of education, the relief of sickness and suffering and the promotion, protection and preservation of the mental and physical health and wellbeing of men, and in particular but not exclusively men aged between 14 and 35, who are suffering from or have suffered from anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and other related eating disorders and illnesses (hereinafter called the "beneficiaries") in South Belfast and its environs of Co Antrim and Co Down, in particular but not exclusively (hereinafter called the "area of benefit") without distinction of age,… ## What causes is The Laurence Trust registered for? The advancement of educationThe advancement of health or the saving of livesThe relief of those in need by reason of youth ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Laurence Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Laurence Trust 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-laurence-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thelaurencetrust.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Laurence Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Laurence Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC102888) 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 Laurence Trust's charity number? The Laurence Trust's charity number is NIC102888. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC102888? Search NIC102888 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 Laurence Trust do? The Trust is established for the advancement of education, the relief of sickness and suffering and the promotion, protection and preservation of the mental and physical health and wellbeing of men, and in particular but not exclusively men aged between 14 and 35, who are suffering from or have suffered from anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and other related eating disorders and illnesses (hereinafter called the "beneficiaries") in South Belfast and its environs of Co Antrim and Co Down, in particular but not exclusively (hereinafter called the "area of benefit") without distinction of age,… Does The Laurence Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Laurence Trust. 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 Laurence Trust? The Laurence Trust's website is http://www.thelaurencetrust.co.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=102888&subId=0).