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Environmental Activities: Bird preservation
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyBirdLife Australia is a registered environment nonprofit based in Collingwood, Vic, Australia. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). It was founded in 2011 and has been operating for 15 years. Its registration number is 75149124774. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 51/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. The organization reports A$13M in annual revenue. Recent news coverage is predominantly positive.
BirdLife Australia has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 51/100. 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 51 ('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 environment charities in Australia is 56/100.
BirdLife Australia is located in Collingwood, Vic, Australia. The organization was established in 2011 and has been active for 15 years. Its registered address is Level 2 Main Building, 54 Wellington Street, Australia.
Based on official tax filings, BirdLife Australia has A$13M in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of A$2M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
BirdLife Australia is classified as a Environment organization, registered in Australia. It operates as a Large. By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has A$13M in annual revenue.
BirdLife Australia has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 51/100. 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 environment charities registered in Australia: BirdLife Australia's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 51/100 is in line with the peer average of 56/100. Its annual revenue of A$13M is well above the peer average of A$2M.
BirdLife Australia 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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Filing history
2 years on file from ACNC (Australia) (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Australian donations are deductible if BirdLife Australia holds DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status from the ATO. Check the DGR register before claiming.
BirdLife Australia 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.
BirdLife Australia 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).
Always confirm tax treatment with the charity directly or your tax advisor before donating.
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Sentiment
PositiveFrom black swans to bin chooks: this is Australia’s Bird of the Year - MSN
Rare breeding boost for threatened terns - Lakes Post
Request for Applications: BirdLife Australia Community Grants 2026 - fundsforNGOs
Is it ever OK to feed wild birds in Australia? - Australian Broadcasting Corporation
The 2025 BirdLife Australia photography awards – in pictures - The Guardian
2025 BirdLife Australia Photography Awards winners announced - Photo Review
‘Game-changer’ AVISTEP expands to Australia - BirdLife International
Finalists announced for 2025 BirdLife Australia Photography Awards - Photo Review
Spare a thought for our Hoodies this Summer - Vic Gov
BirdLife Australia raises fears SA’s algal bloom is impacting beach-nesters - InDaily
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- Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC)
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- Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) - Fiscal year 2023 most recent on file.
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Quick facts about BirdLife Australia
- What is BirdLife Australia?
- BirdLife Australia is a environment large based in Collingwood, Australia. Environmental Activities: Bird preservation
- When was BirdLife Australia founded?
- BirdLife Australia was founded in 2011.
- Who leads BirdLife Australia?
- Key Management Personnel serves as Total (ACNC).
- Where is BirdLife Australia located?
- Headquartered in Collingwood, Australia.
- What is BirdLife Australia's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately A$10M-A$100M.
- Is BirdLife Australia trustworthy?
- BirdLife Australia has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 51 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 BirdLife Australia's registration number?
- Registration: 75149124774 (Australia).
- What is BirdLife Australia's website?
- https://www.birdlife.org.au
- Are donations to BirdLife Australia 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.