--- title: "The Ulster Orchestra Foundation — check charity number NIC106395 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Ulster Orchestra Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC106395. The advancement of education 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-ulster-orchestra-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-28T11:56:42.228Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Ulster Orchestra Foundation is a registered charity (number NIC106395) 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 the arts; culture. Its latest reported income was £26,100 (year ending 2024-03-31). 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 Ulster Orchestra Foundation? Registered charity number NIC106395 Status Registered (active) Charity type Memorandum and Articles Location Belfast Latest income (year ending 2024-03-31) £26,100 Website [none](http://none/) ## What does The Ulster Orchestra Foundation do? The objects and purposes for which the Company is established are restricted to those which are wholly charitable. The object of the Company is the promotion of the study, practice and knowledge of the art of music in Northern Ireland and elsewhere by the giving and arrangement of concerts and other such means as is thought fit including, without limitation, the provision, maintenance or improvement of performances, educational activities and community engagement by the Ulster Orchestra at venues in Northern Ireland and elsewhere where it is for the benefit of the public generally. ## What causes is The Ulster Orchestra Foundation registered for? The advancement of educationThe advancement of the artsculture ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Ulster Orchestra Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Ulster Orchestra Foundation 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-ulster-orchestra-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://none/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Ulster Orchestra Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. The Ulster Orchestra Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC106395) 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 Ulster Orchestra Foundation's charity number? The Ulster Orchestra Foundation's charity number is NIC106395. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC106395? Search NIC106395 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 Ulster Orchestra Foundation do? The objects and purposes for which the Company is established are restricted to those which are wholly charitable. The object of the Company is the promotion of the study, practice and knowledge of the art of music in Northern Ireland and elsewhere by the giving and arrangement of concerts and other such means as is thought fit including, without limitation, the provision, maintenance or improvement of performances, educational activities and community engagement by the Ulster Orchestra at venues in Northern Ireland and elsewhere where it is for the benefit of the public generally. Does The Ulster Orchestra Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Ulster Orchestra Foundation. 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 Ulster Orchestra Foundation? The Ulster Orchestra Foundation's website is http://none — 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=106395&subId=0).