--- title: "Ulster Historical Foundation — check charity number NIC100280 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ulster Historical Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC100280. 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/ulster-historical-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-23T01:13:23.147Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ulster Historical Foundation is a registered charity (number NIC100280) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts. Its latest reported income was £465,590 (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 Ulster Historical Foundation? Registered charity number NIC100280 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Deed or Declaration of Trust Location Co. Down Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £465,590 Website [www.ulsterhistoricalfoundation.com](http://www.ulsterhistoricalfoundation.com/) ## What does Ulster Historical Foundation do? The Foundation is established for exclusively charitable purposes, and the following provisions shall have effect only in so far as they are consistent with such purposes. The objects of the Foundation shall be (1) to promote and encourage the public study of family history, genealogy, heraldry and local and Irish history with particular reference to Ulster; (2) to promote the preservation and publication of the resultant data; and (3) to undertake such other activities as shall be charitable at law ## What causes is Ulster Historical Foundation registered for? The advancement of educationThe advancement of citizenship or community developmentThe advancement of the arts ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ulster Historical Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ulster Historical 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=ulster-historical-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ulsterhistoricalfoundation.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ulster Historical Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. Ulster Historical Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC100280) 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 Ulster Historical Foundation's charity number? Ulster Historical Foundation's charity number is NIC100280. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC100280? Search NIC100280 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 Ulster Historical Foundation do? The Foundation is established for exclusively charitable purposes, and the following provisions shall have effect only in so far as they are consistent with such purposes. The objects of the Foundation shall be (1) to promote and encourage the public study of family history, genealogy, heraldry and local and Irish history with particular reference to Ulster; (2) to promote the preservation and publication of the resultant data; and (3) to undertake such other activities as shall be charitable at law Does Ulster Historical Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ulster Historical 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 Ulster Historical Foundation? Ulster Historical Foundation's website is http://www.ulsterhistoricalfoundation.com — 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=100280&subId=0).