City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated
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To form and maintain a Pipe Band, foster and encourage piping and drumming especially in relation to Pipe Bands in Auckland City and elsewhere in New Zealand. Teach the playing and promote the study of all facets of piping and drumming. Foster and encourage interest in Scottish culture in all its aspects. To provide entertainment when requested as often as may be practicable whether at public or private functions, street parades, recitals or otherwise whatsoever. To purchase, Hire or provide music, uniforms, instruments, appurtenances and equipment which may be conveniently or advantageously used in connection with the affairs of the Band. To purchase, take on lease, or in exchange, hire or otherwise acquire any real or personal property which may …
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Joint first of 2,922 arts & culture charities in New Zealand on integrity score
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Frequently asked questions about City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated
City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Auckland, New Zealand. It is registered with Charities Services New Zealand. It was founded in 2008 and has been operating for 18 years. Its registration number is CC28210. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 86/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports NZ$16K in annual revenue. 12 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Based on official filings, City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated has NZ$16K in annual revenue. Its revenue is below the peer average of NZ$455K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
To form and maintain a Pipe Band, foster and encourage piping and drumming especially in relation to Pipe Bands in Auckland City and elsewhere in New Zealand. Teach the playing and promote the study of all facets of piping and drumming. Foster and encourage interest in Scottish culture in all its aspects. To provide entertainment when requested as often as may be practicable whether at public or private functions, street parades, recitals or otherwise whatsoever. To purchase, Hire or provide music, uniforms, instruments, appurtenances and equipment which may be conveniently or advantageously used in connection with the affairs of the Band. To purchase, take on lease, or in exchange, hire... City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in New Zealand. The organization was founded in 2008.
City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated is classified as an Arts & Culture organization, registered in New Zealand. It operates as a Charitable Trust. By size, it is categorized as a micro organization. It has NZ$16K in annual revenue. The organization has 12 disclosed officers and directors.
City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated's official registration number is CC28210, as recorded in the national registry of New Zealand.
City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated is located in Auckland, New Zealand. The organization was established in 2008 and has been active for 18 years.
Among arts & culture charities registered in New Zealand: Its annual revenue of NZ$16K is below the peer average of NZ$455K.
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Quick facts about City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated
- What is City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated?
- City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated is a arts & culture charitable trust based in Auckland, New Zealand. To form and maintain a Pipe Band, foster and encourage piping and drumming especially in relation to Pipe Bands in Auckland City and elsewhere in New Zealand. Teach the playing and promote the study of all facets of piping and drumming. Foster and encourage interest in Scottish culture in all its aspects. To provide entertainment when requested as often as may be practicable whether at public or private functions, street parades, recitals or otherwise whatsoever. To purchase, Hire or provide music, uniforms, instruments, appurtenances and equipment which may be conveniently or advantageously used in connection with the affairs of the Band. To purchase, take on lease, or in exchange, hire or otherwise acquire any real or personal property which may directly or indirectly be necessary for or advantageous to the attainment of the objects of the Band. To do such things as are incidental or conductive to the attainment of the object of the Band.
- When was City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated founded?
- City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated was founded in 2008.
- Where is City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated located?
- Headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand.
- What is City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is NZ$16,213.
- Is City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated trustworthy?
- City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 86 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 City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated's registration number?
- Registration: CC28210 (New Zealand).
- What is City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated's website?
- https://www.cospb.co.nz
- Are donations to City of Sails Pipe Band Incorporated tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of New Zealand 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.