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The Charity’s objects (“Objects”) are to promote the benefit of economically marginalised, isolated communities, and/or particular vulnerable or excluded people in Northern Ireland (the “area of benefit”), without distinction of gender, sexual orientation, age, race, ethnicity or political, religious or other opinion, and in particular to:- (1) Advance community development by: (i) promoting the development of connected, cohesive, empowered and dynamic communities, through creating opportunities for social interaction and encouraging volunteering and active citizenship, using community gardening, food production, cooking initiatives and related areas as a spring-board for community action; (ii) promoting skill-sharing between all sections of society and between generations, empowering communities to develop sustainable methods of food production for the benefit of local people; (iii) building capacity and …
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Grow-NI has 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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- a contact email
- leadership details (present for 78% of comparable organizations)
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyGrow-NI is a registered education nonprofit based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 2017 and has been operating for 9 years. Its registration number is NIC106371. 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 £114K in annual revenue.
Grow-NI's official registration number is NIC106371, as recorded in the national registry of United Kingdom.
Grow-NI 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.
Grow-NI is located in Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 2017 and has been active for 9 years.
Based on official tax filings, Grow-NI has £114K 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.
Grow-NI is classified as an Education organization, registered in United Kingdom. It operates as a Charitable Company. It has £114K in annual revenue.
According to GiveRadar's records, Grow-NI 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 (“Objects”) are to promote the benefit of economically marginalised, isolated communities, and/or particular vulnerable or excluded people in Northern Ireland (the “area of benefit”), without distinction of gender, sexual orientation, age, race, ethnicity or political, religious or other opinion, and in particular to:- (1) Advance community development by: (i) promoting the development of connected, cohesive, empowered and dynamic communities, through creating opportunities for social interaction and encouraging volunteering and active citizenship, using community gardening, food production, cooking initiatives and related areas as a spring-board for community action; (ii) promoting skill-sharing between all sections of society and between generations, empowering communities to develop sustainable methods of food production... Grow-NI is classified as an education organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 2017.
Among education charities registered in United Kingdom: Its annual revenue of £114K is below the peer average of £994K.
Grow-NI 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 NIC106371.
You can verify Grow-NI 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 Grow-NI 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 Grow-NI 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.
Grow-NI is based in Belfast 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.
Grow-NI was first registered in 2017, making it approximately 9 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.
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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
Grow-NI is in United Kingdom, a TGE (Transnational Giving Europe) member country. Dutch donors can route gifts via Stichting Transnational Giving Europe to receive Dutch ANBI-equivalent deductibility, subject to TGE's 5% pass-through fee.
Grow-NI is registered in United Kingdom. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
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Quick facts about Grow-NI
- What is Grow-NI?
- Grow-NI is a education charitable company based in Belfast, United Kingdom. The Charity’s objects (“Objects”) are to promote the benefit of economically marginalised, isolated communities, and/or particular vulnerable or excluded people in Northern Ireland (the “area of benefit”), without distinction of gender, sexual orientation, age, race, ethnicity or political, religious or other opinion, and in particular to:- (1) Advance community development by: (i) promoting the development of connected, cohesive, empowered and dynamic communities, through creating opportunities for social interaction and encouraging volunteering and active citizenship, using community gardening, food production, cooking initiatives and related areas as a spring-board for community action; (ii) promoting skill-sharing between all sections of society and between generations, empowering communities to develop sustainable methods of food production for the benefit of local people; (iii) building capacity and enhancing local knowledge, skills and experience through the delivery of practical skills based training in various aspects of ecologically sound methods of growing food and in healthy meal preparation, in a manner which is accessible to, and inclusive of, to members of all communities in the area of benefit; (iv) developing community gardening and related resources and facilities for local communities and community and voluntary organisations. (2) Advance mental and physical health and well-being among people of all ages by: (i) promoting and supporting participation in community gardening and other creative physical activities; (ii) raising awareness of the benefits of healthy eating; (iii) providing opportunities for social interaction. (3) Relieve those in need by reason of youth, age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship, social isolation or other disadvantage. (4) Advance the education of the public by raising awareness of the environmental, economic and social dimensions of sustainability and biodiversity and the importance of conserving and protecting the physical and natural environment. (5) Promote good community relations, social cohesion, social justice and equality. The prevention or relief of poverty,The advancement of education,The advancement of health or the saving of lives,The advancement of citizenship or community development,The advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation or the promotion of religious or racial harmony or equality and diversity,The relief of those in need by reason of youth, age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage Asylum seekers/refugees,Ethnic minorities,Interface communities,Mental health,Older people,Unemployed/low income,Voluntary and community sector,Volunteers Community development,Environment/sustainable development/conservation,Human rights/equality,Medical/health/sickness,Relief of poverty,Volunteer development
- When was Grow-NI founded?
- Grow-NI was founded in 2017.
- Where is Grow-NI located?
- Headquartered in Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
- What is Grow-NI's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately £100K-£1M.
- Is Grow-NI trustworthy?
- Grow-NI 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 Grow-NI's registration number?
- Registration: NIC106371 (United Kingdom).
- What is Grow-NI's website?
- https://www.grow-ni.org
- Are donations to Grow-NI 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.