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Visit www.compassion.com.auAbout Compassion Australia
Child Sponsorship Program: Child development
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyCompassion Australia is a registered youth development nonprofit based in Hunter Region Mc, Nsw, Australia. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). It was founded in 1979 and has been operating for 47 years. Its registration number is 67001692566. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 32/100 (Limited data available). This reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is below the average of 52/100 for youth development charities in Australia. The organization reports A$100M in annual revenue.
Compassion Australia 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 youth development charities in Australia is 52/100.
Compassion Australia is located in Hunter Region Mc, Nsw, Australia. The organization was established in 1979 and has been active for 47 years. Its registered address is Po Box 1, Australia.
Based on official tax filings, Compassion Australia has A$100M in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of A$4M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Compassion Australia is classified as a Youth Development organization, registered in Australia. It operates as a Large. By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has A$100M in annual revenue.
Compassion Australia has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 32/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the ACNC. Visit the Compassion Australia profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
Among youth development charities registered in Australia: Compassion Australia's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 32/100 is below the peer average of 52/100. Its annual revenue of A$100M is well above the peer average of A$4M.
Compassion 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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1 year on file from ACNC (Australia) (FY2022): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Australian donations are deductible if Compassion Australia holds DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status from the ATO. Check the DGR register before claiming.
Compassion 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.
Compassion 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).
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NeutralLongstanding Christian Ministry Rebrands as 'Hope Economy' Amid Increasing Financial Pressure - Rise 96.5
Selective compassion in Australia’s refugee policy - Pearls and Irritations
Fresh claims in shock whale drug death case - News.com.au
VIDEO: Australian family meets Ugandan child sponsor after three decades - Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Australian family meets Ugandan child sponsor after three decades - Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Images of strength and courage on International Women’s Day - The Australian
Empowering Girls: Compassion’s Mission for a Brighter Future - Hope 103.2
Barker students weave a “tapestry of compassion” - Sydney Anglicans
Barker students make a difference to children in poverty - The Educator K/12
Through Compassion Philippines, Locals Can Now Sponsor Children - Christianity Today
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Quick facts about Compassion Australia
- What is Compassion Australia?
- Compassion Australia is a youth development large based in Hunter Region Mc, Australia. Child Sponsorship Program: Child development
- When was Compassion Australia founded?
- Compassion Australia was founded in 1979.
- Where is Compassion Australia located?
- Headquartered in Hunter Region Mc, Australia.
- What is Compassion Australia's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2022 is approximately A$10M-A$100M.
- Is Compassion Australia trustworthy?
- Compassion Australia 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 Compassion Australia's registration number?
- Registration: 67001692566 (Australia).
- What is Compassion Australia's website?
- https://www.compassion.com.au
- Are donations to Compassion 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.