Bonobo Conservation Initiative
Protect endangered bonobos,preserve the tropical rainforest habitat, empower communities in the congo basin. Working in partnership with indigenous communities, bci is safeguarding bonobos, preserving large tracts of rainforest, …
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Our Mission is to protect bonobos (Pan paniscus), preserve their tropical rainforest habitat, and empower local communities in the Congo Basin. By working with local Congolese people through cooperative conservation and community development programs, and by shaping national and international policy, the Bonobo Conservation Initiative (BCI) is establishing new protected areas and leading efforts to safeguard bonobos wherever they are found. The Bonobo Peace Forest (BPF) is the guiding vision of BCI: a connected network of community-based reserves and conservation concessions, supported by sustainable development. The Peace Forest provides protection for bonobos and other species in the Congo rainforest, while at the same time ensuring a better life for the people who share this precious land.
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Mission
Protect endangered bonobos,preserve the tropical rainforest habitat, empower communities in the congo basin. Working in partnership with indigenous communities, bci is safeguarding bonobos, preserving large tracts of rainforest, benefitting people through livelihood and education
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· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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GiveRadar's verified records show Bonobo Conservation Initiative with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 5 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 5 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 97% of comparable organizations. See the sources
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- It is one of the better-documented animal welfare charities in the United States GiveRadar currently tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
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- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyBonobo Conservation Initiative is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Washington, DC, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1998 and has been operating for 28 years. Its EIN is 522146443. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 70/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $415K in annual revenue. 50 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Bonobo Conservation Initiative's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 522146443. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
Bonobo Conservation Initiative has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 70/100. 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 70 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in United States is 90/100.
Bonobo Conservation Initiative is located in Washington, DC, United States. The organization was established in 1998 and has been active for 28 years.
Based on official tax filings, Bonobo Conservation Initiative has $415K in annual revenue. It allocates 68% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 91% for animal welfare charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Bonobo Conservation Initiative is classified as an Animal Welfare organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $415K in annual revenue. The organization has 50 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Bonobo Conservation Initiative. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.
According to GiveRadar's records, Bonobo Conservation Initiative holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 68% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 91%). 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.
Our Mission is to protect bonobos (Pan paniscus), preserve their tropical rainforest habitat, and empower local communities in the Congo Basin. By working with local Congolese people through cooperative conservation and community development programs, and by shaping national and international policy, the Bonobo Conservation Initiative (BCI) is establishing new protected areas and leading efforts to safeguard bonobos wherever they are found. The Bonobo Peace Forest (BPF) is the guiding vision of BCI: a connected network of community-based reserves and conservation concessions, supported by sustainable development. The Peace Forest provides protection for bonobos and other species in the Congo rainforest, while at the same time ensuring a better life for the... Bonobo Conservation Initiative is classified as an animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1998.
Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: It allocates 68% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 91%. Its annual revenue of $415K is below the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Bonobo Conservation Initiative are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Bonobo Conservation Initiative is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 522146443, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
BONOBO CONSERVATION INITIATIVE is registered in United States. 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.
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Staff & volunteers
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Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (19)
Source: Public filings
19 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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6 articles found
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WORLD BONOBO DAY - February 14, 2027 - National Today
Bonobos transformed how we think about animal societies. Can we save the last of the ‘hippy apes’? - The Guardian
Bonobos Make Love, Not War to Resolve Their Conflicts - A-Z Animals
Bonobo conservation stymied by deforestation, human rights abuses - news - Mongabay
Women could be a key to great ape conservation in the Congo - news - Mongabay
In pictures: Bonobos: our endangered 'cousins' in the heart of the Congo basin - The Guardian
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 50 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
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What we know and don't know
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 50 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1998
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Bonobo Conservation Initiative
- What is Bonobo Conservation Initiative?
- Bonobo Conservation Initiative is a animal welfare publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Washington, United States. Our Mission is to protect bonobos (Pan paniscus), preserve their tropical rainforest habitat, and empower local communities in the Congo Basin. By working with local Congolese people through cooperative conservation and community development programs, and by shaping national and international policy, the Bonobo Conservation Initiative (BCI) is establishing new protected areas and leading efforts to safeguard bonobos wherever they are found. The Bonobo Peace Forest (BPF) is the guiding vision of BCI: a connected network of community-based reserves and conservation concessions, supported by sustainable development. The Peace Forest provides protection for bonobos and other species in the Congo rainforest, while at the same time ensuring a better life for the people who share this precious land.
- When was Bonobo Conservation Initiative founded?
- Bonobo Conservation Initiative was founded in 1998.
- Who leads Bonobo Conservation Initiative?
- Sally Coxe serves as President.
- Where is Bonobo Conservation Initiative located?
- Headquartered in Washington, DC, United States. The charity operates in 2 countries.
- What is Bonobo Conservation Initiative's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 68% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Bonobo Conservation Initiative trustworthy?
- Bonobo Conservation Initiative has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 70 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 Bonobo Conservation Initiative's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 522146443.
- What is Bonobo Conservation Initiative's website?
- http://www.bonobo.org