--- title: "West Bann Development — check charity number NIC101549 | CharityCompare" description: "Is West Bann Development a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC101549. The prevention or relief of poverty charity based in County Londonderry. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/west-bann-development retrieved: 2026-08-23T13:15:09.084Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer West Bann Development is a registered charity (number NIC101549) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of health or the saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £352,924 (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 West Bann Development? Registered charity number NIC101549 Status Registered (active) Charity type Memorandum and Articles Location County Londonderry Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £352,924 Website [www.westbann.com](http://www.westbann.com/) ## What does West Bann Development do? To promote the benefit of the inhabitants of the Causeway Coast and Glens Area and its environs (the “area of benefit”) without distinction of age, gender, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, political or religious opinion and in particular to:- (1) Advance education by delivering community education and vocational training programmes. (2) Promote health and well-being by organising healthy recreational activities and information for residents living in the area of benefit. (3) Relieve those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability or other disadvantage by providing a telep… ## What causes is West Bann Development registered for? The prevention or relief of povertyThe advancement of educationThe advancement of health or the saving of lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for West Bann Development yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. West Bann Development 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=west-bann-development&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.westbann.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is West Bann Development a legitimate charity? Yes. West Bann Development is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC101549) 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 West Bann Development's charity number? West Bann Development's charity number is NIC101549. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC101549? Search NIC101549 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 West Bann Development do? To promote the benefit of the inhabitants of the Causeway Coast and Glens Area and its environs (the “area of benefit”) without distinction of age, gender, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, political or religious opinion and in particular to:- (1) Advance education by delivering community education and vocational training programmes. (2) Promote health and well-being by organising healthy recreational activities and information for residents living in the area of benefit. (3) Relieve those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability or other disadvantage by providing a telep… Does West Bann Development have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for West Bann Development. 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 West Bann Development? West Bann Development's website is http://www.westbann.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=101549&subId=0).