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Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre)

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Integrity Assessment
Partial transparency
47/100 · methodology

About Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre)

The Charity’s objects (‘the Objects’) are to:- (1) Support individuals and families affected by addiction and associated psychological trauma by providing a holistic aftercare service in a non-residential setting for those living in the Newry and Mourne area and its environs (the “beneficiaries”), without distinction of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, political, religious or other opinion with the object of preventing relapse, encouraging change and improving the way of life for all beneficiaries. (2) Provide an aftercare service within a safe and confidential therapeutic framework delivered by appropriately professionally qualified counsellors. (3) Alleviate distress and offer assistance to beneficiaries who have suffered as a consequence of addiction by the provision of individual and group counselling, educational workshops, delivery of a …

Founded
Headquarters
Newry, Northern Ireland
Foundation type
Charitable Company

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar education in United Kingdom
Integrity Assessment This charity: 47
Peer average: 86

Concerns

· None found
No red flags found
Screened for Charity Commission removal, Open investigations, Governance scandals, Related-party deals, Excessive exec comp.

GiveRadar Analysis

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GiveRadar's verified records show Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) with a substantially complete profile, sourced from the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland.

  • Its integrity score of 47 is below most of the 87,708 education charities in the United Kingdom GiveRadar tracks. GiveRadar bases this on limited verified information so far, with little on record for its registration and its governance. Explore United Kingdom data
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  • government registration
  • financial records
  • a website
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  • leadership details (present for 78% of comparable organizations)
  • a donation page
  • third-party accreditation
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Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) is a registered education nonprofit based in Newry, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 2014 and has been operating for 12 years. Its registration number is NIC100289. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 47/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £188K in annual revenue.

Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre)'s official registration number is NIC100289, as recorded in the national registry of United Kingdom.

Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 47/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 47 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United Kingdom is 86/100.

Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) is located in Newry, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 2014 and has been active for 12 years.

Based on official tax filings, Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) has £188K in annual revenue. Its revenue is below the peer average of £994K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) is classified as an Education organization, registered in United Kingdom. It operates as a Charitable Company. It has £188K in annual revenue.

According to GiveRadar's records, Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales and overseen by the Charity Commission. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.

The Charity’s objects (‘the Objects’) are to:- (1) Support individuals and families affected by addiction and associated psychological trauma by providing a holistic aftercare service in a non-residential setting for those living in the Newry and Mourne area and its environs (the “beneficiaries”), without distinction of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, political, religious or other opinion with the object of preventing relapse, encouraging change and improving the way of life for all beneficiaries. (2) Provide an aftercare service within a safe and confidential therapeutic framework delivered by appropriately professionally qualified counsellors. (3) Alleviate distress and offer assistance to beneficiaries who have suffered as a consequence of addiction by the provision... Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) is classified as an education organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 2014.

Among education charities registered in United Kingdom: Its annual revenue of £188K is below the peer average of £994K.

Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) is a charitable company limited by guarantee, the most common incorporated form for UK charities. It is registered with both Companies House and the Charity Commission, and must file annual accounts with both regulators. Directors (who are also charity trustees) have limited liability. Its Charity Commission registration number is NIC100289.

You can verify Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) in several ways. First, search the Charity Commission Register at https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/ - every charity registered in England and Wales appears here with its registration number, trustees, governing document, and filed accounts. Because this is a charitable company, you can also check its filings on Companies House (https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/). Second, check whether the charity's annual return and accounts are up to date - the Commission flags charities with overdue filings. Third, look for the Fundraising Regulator badge on the charity's website, which signals voluntary compliance with the Code of Fundraising Practice.

Contact Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) directly for current donation methods. UK charities typically accept online card payments, direct debit, and bank transfer. Many also use platforms such as JustGiving or Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). If you are a UK taxpayer, make sure to tick the Gift Aid box: it lets the charity reclaim 25p from HMRC for every pound you give at no extra cost to you. Higher-rate taxpayers can claim back the difference between basic-rate and their marginal rate through Self Assessment. Payroll Giving (Give As You Earn) lets you donate pre-tax through your employer.

Donations to Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) are eligible for Gift Aid if you are a UK income-tax or capital-gains-tax payer. Gift Aid adds 25% to your donation at no cost to you (the charity reclaims basic-rate tax from HMRC). Higher-rate and additional-rate taxpayers can also claim back the difference through Self Assessment or by adjusting their PAYE tax code. Gifts of shares, property, or land to charity are free of Capital Gains Tax and can be deducted from your income for Income Tax purposes. Legacy gifts (in your will) reduce the value of your estate for Inheritance Tax and can lower the IHT rate from 40% to 36% if you leave at least 10% to charity.

Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) is based in Newry in Northern Ireland. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.

Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) was first registered in 2014, making it approximately 12 years old. UK charities must file an annual return with the Charity Commission to remain on the register. A long registration history generally indicates sustained operations and continuous regulatory compliance.

Annual revenue
£100K-£1M
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Staff & volunteers

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Employees
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Form filed
£0.2M revenue
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Cause areas in United Kingdom

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Education this charity 87,646
Health 28,382
Religion 22,146
Arts & Culture 21,802
Community Development 10,738
Environment 5,683
Social Services 4,899
Youth Development 4,637
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Most common causes in United Kingdom

Causes charities work on most, with this charity's causes ticked.

Education 54,780
Arts & Culture 17,729
Disability 17,106
Religion 16,671
Health 15,045
Poverty 14,062
Community Development 11,486
Cultural Heritage 8,526

Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Charity Commission for England and Wales - Register of Charities
Financial filings
Charity Commission annual returns - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 17, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 17, 2026
Profile completeness
65%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 7
  • Financial data · FY2025 on record
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 2014
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  • Named leadership
    Board and officer list not yet indexed
  • Executive pay
    Top-officer pay not disclosed
  • Mission statement
    No self-published statement of purpose
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

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Quick facts about Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre)

What is Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre)?
Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) is a education charitable company based in Newry, United Kingdom. The Charity’s objects (‘the Objects’) are to:- (1) Support individuals and families affected by addiction and associated psychological trauma by providing a holistic aftercare service in a non-residential setting for those living in the Newry and Mourne area and its environs (the “beneficiaries”), without distinction of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, political, religious or other opinion with the object of preventing relapse, encouraging change and improving the way of life for all beneficiaries. (2) Provide an aftercare service within a safe and confidential therapeutic framework delivered by appropriately professionally qualified counsellors. (3) Alleviate distress and offer assistance to beneficiaries who have suffered as a consequence of addiction by the provision of individual and group counselling, educational workshops, delivery of a tailored therapeutic programme and the provision of literature, which will inform and educate beneficiaries on all aspects of addiction including cause, effect, recovery and prevention of relapse. (4) Challenge stigma and discrimination with regard to all aspects of addiction and encourage greater inclusion and re-engagement within the community of all beneficiaries. (5) Advance the education of the public into and raise awareness of the causes and effects of addiction. (6) Provide a comprehensive aftercare programme for all beneficiaries which will aim to break the cycle of addiction, to free families from the heartache of a loved one in addiction and to rediscover relationships in families lost to addiction. The advancement of education,The advancement of health or the saving of lives,The relief of those in need by reason of youth, age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage Addictions (drug/solvent/alcohol abuse),General public,Men,Mental health,Older people,Parents,Women,Youth (14-25 year olds) Advice/advocacy/information,Community development,Education/training,Medical/health/sickness,Welfare/benevolent,Youth development
When was Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) founded?
Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) was founded in 2014.
Where is Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) located?
Headquartered in Newry, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
What is Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre)'s annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately £100K-£1M.
Is Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) trustworthy?
Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 47 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre)'s registration number?
Registration: NIC100289 (United Kingdom).
What is Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre)'s website?
https://www.davinasark.co.uk
Are donations to Davina's Ark (Aftercare Addiction Centre) tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.