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Animal rescue: Animal adoptions
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyBest Friends Animal Rescue Inc is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Midland, WA, Australia. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). It was founded in 2006 and has been operating for 20 years. Its registration number is 69377461145. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 46/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. The organization reports A$70K in annual revenue.
Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 46/100. 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 46 ('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 animal welfare charities in Australia is 52/100.
Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc is located in Midland, WA, Australia. The organization was established in 2006 and has been active for 20 years. Its registered address is Po Box 3246, Australia.
Based on official tax filings, Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc has A$70K in annual revenue. Its revenue is below the peer average of A$779K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc is classified as a Animal Welfare organization, registered in Australia. It operates as a Small. By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has A$70K in annual revenue.
Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 46/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the ACNC. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
Among animal welfare charities registered in Australia: Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 46/100 is in line with the peer average of 52/100. Its annual revenue of A$70K is below the peer average of A$779K.
Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). If the organization has Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status, donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible in Australia. Check the organization's DGR status on the ACNC or ATO website to confirm.
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2 years on file from ACNC (Australia) (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Australian donations are deductible if Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc holds DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status from the ATO. Check the DGR register before claiming.
Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc is registered in Australia. 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.
Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc is registered in Australia. 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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NeutralLynden relief efforts include animal rescue groups - Lynden
Alaska nonprofit rescues 180 dogs, and a turtle, after devastating flooding in remote villages - CBS News
They Watched Helplessly As Their Pet Cat Was Swept Away by Hurricane Floodwaters. When They Returned Home He Was Waiting by the Door - Latin Times
‘Very urgent’: Perth animal rescue desperate for carers - PerthNow
Dogs stay cool during heatwave - echonewspaper.com.au
Swan Valley special needs dog haven - echonewspaper.com.au
Mission Hills Best Friends Lifesaving Center closing its doors at end of year to expand West LA center - ABC7 Los Angeles
'Reluctant cultist' survives an end times cult turned pet rescue group to find his own faith - Religion News Service
Sharon Best Obituary (1944 - 2019) - Claremont, CA - San Gabriel Valley Tribune - Legacy obituary
The Isle of Dogs Cast Strikes A Pose With Rescue Pups - Vulture
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Quick facts about Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc
- What is Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc?
- Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc is a animal welfare small based in Midland, Australia. Animal rescue: Animal adoptions
- When was Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc founded?
- Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc was founded in 2006.
- Where is Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc located?
- Headquartered in Midland, Australia.
- What is Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately A$10K-A$100K.
- Is Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc trustworthy?
- Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 46 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 Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc's registration number?
- Registration: 69377461145 (Australia).
- What is Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc's website?
- https://www.bfarescue.com.au/
- Are donations to Best Friends Animal Rescue Inc tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Australia 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.