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Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio

The Association Protector of Animals (A.P.A.) "El Refuge" was founded on December 2, 1998 and is a non-profit Civil Association that assists a population of 360 dogs and …

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32
Integrity Assessment
Limited data available
32/100 · methodology
This score reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization.

About Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio

The Association Protector of Animals (A.P.A.) "El Refuge" was founded on December 2, 1998 and is a non-profit Civil Association that assists a population of 360 dogs and 40 cats. These animals arrive at this institution victims of accidents, serious disorders, old age and the most varied situations of misstreatment and abandonment. Once they are recovered, they are vaccinated and spread or given special up for responsive adoption. Currently we have an approximate age and the most varied situations of misstreatment and abandonment. Our mission is all animals can find a family, but the reality is that many dogs and cats never adopted since they are wake, are many years old, near the same or the same abroad abroad or …

The Asociacion Protectora de Animales (A.P.A.) "El Refugio" was founded on December 2, 1998 and is a non-profit Civil Association that assists a population of 360 dogs and 40 cats. These animals arrive at this institution victims of accidents, serious diseases, old age and the most varied situations of mistreatment and abandonment. Once they are recovered, they are vaccinated and spayed or neutered and then given up for responsible adoption. Currently we have an average weekly intake of ten puppies and four adult dogs. Our mission is that all animals can find a family, but the reality is that many of these dogs and cats will never be adopted since they are left with sequelae, are many years old, blind, …

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Founded
Headquarters
Montevideo
Operating in
Uruguay

Mission

The Association Protector of Animals (A.P.A.) "El Refuge" was founded on December 2, 1998 and is a non-profit Civil Association that assists a population of 360 dogs and 40 cats. These animals arrive at this institution victims of accidents, serious disorders, old age and the most varied situations of misstreatment and abandonment. Once they are recovered, they are vaccinated and spread or given special up for responsive adoption. Currently we have an approximate age and the most varied situations of misstreatment and abandonment. Our mission is all animals can find a family, but the reality is that many dogs and cats never adopted since they are wake, are many years old, near the same or the same abroad abroad or the same.

The Asociacion Protectora de Animales (A.P.A.) "El Refugio" was founded on December 2, 1998 and is a non-profit Civil Association that assists a population of 360 dogs and 40 cats. These animals arrive at this institution victims of accidents, serious diseases, old age and the most varied situations of mistreatment and abandonment. Once they are recovered, they are vaccinated and spayed or neutered and then given up for responsible adoption. Currently we have an average weekly intake of ten puppies and four adult dogs. Our mission is that all animals can find a family, but the reality is that many of these dogs and cats will never be adopted since they are left with sequelae, are many years old, blind, handicapped, etc. For these reasons, El Refugio is the only home that many of them will ever know and we work daily to give them the best quality of life possible. Over the years we have developed a series of strategies that allow us to take on this daily challenge, taking into account the responsibility we have with the animals under our care and in our community: Volunteer Program: They are a team of highly committed, dedicated and solvent volunteers who work on an honorary basis in the different activities of El Refugio (repairs, cleaning, walks with our dogs, socialization, among others). Space is limited. Godparents Program: aimed at those people who, although they cannot adopt, take responsibility for one or more of our animals by contributing a special fee for their needs. Educational Outreach Program: since the beginning, educational campaigns and guided tours for children and adolescents from different educational centers have been carried out, and we are in the process of developing a more ambitious educational project that will include teachers, teacher training students and the general public in order to deepen the awareness work related to animal rights, animal welfare, responsible ownership, adoption, etc. Adoption campaigns: these are fu

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Focus areas & reach

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Operating countries (1)
Uruguay

Concerns

· None found
No red flags found
Screened for Mapeo de la Sociedad Civil status change, Open investigations, Governance scandals, Related-party deals, Excessive exec comp.

GiveRadar Analysis

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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio has a partial profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources.

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  • Its integrity score of 32 is below most of the 2,753 charities in Uruguay GiveRadar tracks. GiveRadar bases this on limited verified information so far, with little on record for its financial disclosures and its registration. Explore Uruguay data
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  • a website
  • a donation page
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  • financial records
  • leadership details
  • a contact email (present for 75% of comparable organizations)
  • third-party accreditation

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Common questions

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Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Montevideo, Uruguay. It is registered with the Registro de Instituciones. It was founded in 1999 and has been operating for 27 years. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 32/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate.

Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 32/100. 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 32 ('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 Uruguay is 32/100.

Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio is located in Montevideo, Uruguay. The organization was established in 1999 and has been active for 27 years. Its registered address is Camino Oncativo 3195, Uruguay.

Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio is classified as an Animal Welfare organization, registered in Uruguay.

According to GiveRadar's records, Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio is registered with the Registro de Instituciones and overseen by the Ministry of Education and Culture. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. 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 Association Protector of Animals (A.P.A.) "El Refuge" was founded on December 2, 1998 and is a non-profit Civil Association that assists a population of 360 dogs and 40 cats. These animals arrive at this institution victims of accidents, serious disorders, old age and the most varied situations of misstreatment and abandonment. Once they are recovered, they are vaccinated and spread or given special up for responsive adoption. Currently we have an approximate age and the most varied situations of misstreatment and abandonment. Our mission is all animals can find a family, but the reality is that many dogs and cats never adopted since they are wake, are many years... Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio is classified as an animal welfare organization registered in Uruguay. The organization was founded in 1999.

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Cause areas in Uruguay

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Community Development 2,748
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Eldercare & Aging 122

Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Uruguay Ministerio de Educación y Cultura
News and media coverage
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Supplementary verification
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Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 1, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 1, 2026
Profile completeness
35%

What we know and don't know

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On record · 4
  • Mission statement · Published
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Founding date · 1999
Not available · 7
  • Financial data
    No annual financial filings on file
  • Named leadership
    Board and officer list not yet indexed
  • Executive pay
    Top-officer pay not disclosed
  • Government registration
    No public registry ID
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity
  • Direct contact
    No email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility
    Not verified

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Quick facts about Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio

What is Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio?
Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio is a animal welfare nonprofit organization based in Montevideo, Uruguay. The Association Protector of Animals (A.P.A.) "El Refuge" was founded on December 2, 1998 and is a non-profit Civil Association that assists a population of 360 dogs and 40 cats. These animals arrive at this institution victims of accidents, serious disorders, old age and the most varied situations of misstreatment and abandonment. Once they are recovered, they are vaccinated and spread or given special up for responsive adoption. Currently we have an approximate age and the most varied situations of misstreatment and abandonment. Our mission is all animals can find a family, but the reality is that many dogs and cats never adopted since they are wake, are many years old, near the same or the same abroad abroad or the same.
When was Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio founded?
Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio was founded in 1999.
Where is Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio located?
Headquartered in Montevideo, Uruguay.
Is Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio trustworthy?
Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 32 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 Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio's website?
https://www.apaelrefugio.org
Are donations to Asociacion Protectora de Animales El Refugio tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Uruguay 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.