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Visit amos.org.nzAbout Aotearoa Moana Observing System
- Serving as an independent neutral platform for open access marine data collection. - Promoting the availability of the collected data within New Zealand and globally so that it is used to further our understanding of the changing marine environment, improve marine heatwave detection and forecasting, develop community resilience through improved long term forecasting.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyAotearoa Moana Observing System is a registered international nonprofit based in Nelson, New Zealand. It is registered with Charities Services New Zealand. It was founded in 2024. Its registration number is CC62953. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. The organization reports NZ$5K in annual revenue. 5 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Aotearoa Moana Observing System has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100. 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 77 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in New Zealand is 77/100.
Aotearoa Moana Observing System is located in Nelson, New Zealand. The organization was established in 2024 and has been active for 2 years. Its registered address is 6 Cross Quay, New Zealand.
Based on official tax filings, Aotearoa Moana Observing System has NZ$5K in annual revenue. Its revenue is below the peer average of NZ$684K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Aotearoa Moana Observing System is classified as a International organization, registered in New Zealand. By size, it is categorized as a micro organization. It has NZ$5K in annual revenue. The organization has 5 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Aotearoa Moana Observing System. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
Aotearoa Moana Observing System has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by Charities Services. Visit the Aotearoa Moana Observing System profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
- Serving as an independent neutral platform for open access marine data collection. - Promoting the availability of the collected data within New Zealand and globally so that it is used to further our understanding of the changing marine environment, improve marine heatwave detection and forecasting, develop community resilience through improved long term forecasting. Aotearoa Moana Observing System is classified as a international organization registered in New Zealand. The organization was founded in 2024.
Among international charities registered in New Zealand: Aotearoa Moana Observing System's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100 is in line with the peer average of 77/100. Its annual revenue of NZ$5K is below the peer average of NZ$684K.
Aotearoa Moana Observing System is registered with Charities Services New Zealand. If the organization has donee status approved by Inland Revenue, individual donations over $5 qualify for a 33.33% tax credit. You can claim up to the lesser of your total donations or your taxable income.
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Aotearoa Moana Observing System is registered in New Zealand. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
Aotearoa Moana Observing System is registered in New Zealand. 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 Aotearoa Moana Observing System
- What is Aotearoa Moana Observing System?
- Aotearoa Moana Observing System is a international nonprofit organization based in Nelson, New Zealand. - Serving as an independent neutral platform for open access marine data collection. - Promoting the availability of the collected data within New Zealand and globally so that it is used to further our understanding of the changing marine environment, improve marine heatwave detection and forecasting, develop community resilience through improved long term forecasting.
- When was Aotearoa Moana Observing System founded?
- Aotearoa Moana Observing System was founded in 2024.
- Where is Aotearoa Moana Observing System located?
- Headquartered in Nelson, New Zealand.
- What is Aotearoa Moana Observing System's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately Under NZ$10K.
- Is Aotearoa Moana Observing System trustworthy?
- Aotearoa Moana Observing System has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77 out of 100 (Strong 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 Aotearoa Moana Observing System's registration number?
- Registration: CC62953 (New Zealand).
- What is Aotearoa Moana Observing System's website?
- https://amos.org.nz
- Are donations to Aotearoa Moana Observing System tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of New Zealand 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.