--- title: "Tinderbox Theatre Company — check charity number NIC102778 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Tinderbox Theatre Company a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC102778. The advancement of the arts charity based in 10 Exchange Street West. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/tinderbox-theatre-company retrieved: 2026-08-28T21:13:46.800Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Tinderbox Theatre Company is a registered charity (number NIC102778) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of the arts; culture; heritage or science. Its latest reported income was £263,090 (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 Tinderbox Theatre Company? Registered charity number NIC102778 Status Registered (active) Charity type Memorandum and Articles Location 10 Exchange Street West Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £263,090 Website [www.tinderbox.org.uk](http://www.tinderbox.org.uk/) ## What does Tinderbox Theatre Company do? To advance the education of the public in the arts and in particular to present, promote, organise, manage and produce plays of cultural and educational value, including dramas and comedies, operas, operettas, burlesques, films, broadcasts, television shows, concerts, musical pieces, puppet shows, ballets, entertainments and exhibitions. ## What causes is Tinderbox Theatre Company registered for? The advancement of the artscultureheritage or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Tinderbox Theatre Company yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Tinderbox Theatre Company 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=tinderbox-theatre-company&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.tinderbox.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Tinderbox Theatre Company a legitimate charity? Yes. Tinderbox Theatre Company is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC102778) 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 Tinderbox Theatre Company's charity number? Tinderbox Theatre Company's charity number is NIC102778. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC102778? Search NIC102778 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 Tinderbox Theatre Company do? To advance the education of the public in the arts and in particular to present, promote, organise, manage and produce plays of cultural and educational value, including dramas and comedies, operas, operettas, burlesques, films, broadcasts, television shows, concerts, musical pieces, puppet shows, ballets, entertainments and exhibitions. Does Tinderbox Theatre Company have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Tinderbox Theatre Company. 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 Tinderbox Theatre Company? Tinderbox Theatre Company's website is http://www.tinderbox.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=102778&subId=0).