APOPO vzw
APOPO's mission is to develop detection rats technology to provide solutions for global problems and inspire positive social change. APOPO's vision is to solve pressing humanitarian challenges with …
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APOPO's mission is to develop detection rats technology to provide solutions for global problems and inspire positive social change. APOPO's vision is to solve pressing humanitarian challenges with detection rats technology. Our core values are: Quality - Demonstrating and promoting high standards in research, design, training and implementation of detection rats technology. Social Transformation - Developing skills, creating jobs, improving socio-economic and environmental conditions, releasing land for development, and combating public health issues. Innovation - Pioneering creative research and innovative solutions within a participatory learning culture. Diversity - Embracing diversity in all facets of the organization with respect to age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, physical abilities, nationality or ethnicity.
Mission
APOPO's mission is to develop detection rats technology to provide solutions for global problems and inspire positive social change. APOPO's vision is to solve pressing humanitarian challenges with detection rats technology. Our core values are: Quality - Demonstrating and promoting high standards in research, design, training and implementation of detection rats technology. Social Transformation - Developing skills, creating jobs, improving socio-economic and environmental conditions, releasing land for development, and combating public health issues. Innovation - Pioneering creative research and innovative solutions within a participatory learning culture. Diversity - Embracing diversity in all facets of the organization with respect to age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, physical abilities, nationality or ethnicity.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyAPOPO vzw is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Morogoro, Tanzania, Tanzania. It is registered with the National Information System (NiS). It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 33/100 (Limited data available). This reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is above the average of 29/100 for animal welfare charities in Tanzania.
APOPO vzw has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 33/100. 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 33 ('Limited data available') reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is common for smaller, newer, or non-US charities that file fewer public records. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in Tanzania is 29/100.
APOPO vzw is located in Morogoro, Tanzania, Tanzania. Its registered address is PO Box 3078.
APOPO vzw is classified as a Animal Welfare organization, registered in Tanzania.
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APOPO's mission is to develop detection rats technology to provide solutions for global problems and inspire positive social change. APOPO's vision is to solve pressing humanitarian challenges with detection rats technology. Our core values are: Quality - Demonstrating and promoting high standards in research, design, training and implementation of detection rats technology. Social Transformation - Developing skills, creating jobs, improving socio-economic and environmental conditions, releasing land for development, and combating public health issues. Innovation - Pioneering creative research and innovative solutions within a participatory learning culture. Diversity - Embracing diversity in all facets of the organization with respect to age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, physical abilities, nationality or ethnicity. APOPO vzw is classified as a animal welfare organization registered in Tanzania.
Among animal welfare charities registered in Tanzania: APOPO vzw's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 33/100 is above the peer average of 29/100.
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Quick facts about APOPO vzw
- What is APOPO vzw?
- APOPO vzw is a animal welfare nonprofit organization based in Morogoro, Tanzania. APOPO's mission is to develop detection rats technology to provide solutions for global problems and inspire positive social change. APOPO's vision is to solve pressing humanitarian challenges with detection rats technology. Our core values are: Quality - Demonstrating and promoting high standards in research, design, training and implementation of detection rats technology. Social Transformation - Developing skills, creating jobs, improving socio-economic and environmental conditions, releasing land for development, and combating public health issues. Innovation - Pioneering creative research and innovative solutions within a participatory learning culture. Diversity - Embracing diversity in all facets of the organization with respect to age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, physical abilities, nationality or ethnicity.
- Where is APOPO vzw located?
- Headquartered in Morogoro, Tanzania. The charity operates in 7 countries.
- Is APOPO vzw trustworthy?
- APOPO vzw has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 33 out of 100 (Limited data available). 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 APOPO vzw's website?
- https://www.apopo.org
- Are donations to APOPO vzw tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Tanzania 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.