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Eastern Whio Link

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77
Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
77/100 · methodology

About Eastern Whio Link

To suppress predators and other environmental pressures to create a thriving ecosystem for whio and other species, between Te Urewera and the East Cape. Weave together mātauranga Māori, western science and hunter/fisher knowledge systems to make holistic and informed decisions about the management of the land and species; and To educate about ecosystems, flora, fauna and their uses through hands on mahi, while removing barriers, to allow people to access and connect to nature.

Founded
Headquarters
Gisborne
Size
micro

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
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How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar international in New Zealand
Integrity Assessment This charity: 77
Peer average: 77

Red flags

· All clear
Charities Services deregistration
OFAC / EU / UN sanctions
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Eastern Whio Link is a registered international nonprofit based in Gisborne, New Zealand. It is registered with Charities Services New Zealand. It was founded in 2022. Its registration number is CC60368. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. The organization reports NZ$73K in annual revenue. 6 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Eastern Whio Link has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100. 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 77 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in New Zealand is 77/100.

Eastern Whio Link is located in Gisborne, New Zealand. The organization was established in 2022 and has been active for 4 years. Its registered address is 346 Nelson Road, New Zealand.

Based on official tax filings, Eastern Whio Link has NZ$73K in annual revenue. Its revenue is below the peer average of NZ$684K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Eastern Whio Link is classified as a International organization, registered in New Zealand. By size, it is categorized as a micro organization. It has NZ$73K in annual revenue. The organization has 6 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Eastern Whio Link. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.

Eastern Whio Link has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by Charities Services. 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.

To suppress predators and other environmental pressures to create a thriving ecosystem for whio and other species, between Te Urewera and the East Cape. Weave together mātauranga Māori, western science and hunter/fisher knowledge systems to make holistic and informed decisions about the management of the land and species; and To educate about ecosystems, flora, fauna and their uses through hands on mahi, while removing barriers, to allow people to access and connect to nature. Eastern Whio Link is classified as a international organization registered in New Zealand. The organization was founded in 2022.

Among international charities registered in New Zealand: Eastern Whio Link's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100 is in line with the peer average of 77/100. Its annual revenue of NZ$73K is below the peer average of NZ$684K.

Eastern Whio Link is registered with Charities Services New Zealand. If the organization has donee status approved by Inland Revenue, individual donations over $5 qualify for a 33.33% tax credit. You can claim up to the lesser of your total donations or your taxable income.

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Annual revenue
NZ$10K-NZ$100K
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Filing history

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Years on record: FY2025, FY2025.
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Leadership

GE
Geoff McLaughlan
Trustee

Officers & trustees (6)

Source: Public filings

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Geoff M•••••••••
Trustee
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Joanna B••••••••
Trustee
JO
Joel C••••
Trustee
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Samantha H••••••••
Trustee and Co-Chair
SA
Sam G•••••
Trustee and Co-Chair
TO
Tom S••••••••
Trustee and Treasurer
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Form filed
NZ$0.1M revenue
FY2025
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NZ$0.1M revenue
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Peer charities

Other international in New Zealand, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Eastern Whio Link This page 77 NZ$72,924 -
Asor Trust 77 NZ$8,886 -
Ōkārito GorseBusters 77 NZ$1,402 -
Te Puna Quarry Park Society Incorporated 77 NZ$99,004 -
Northern Southland Reforestation Trust 77 NZ$30,985 -
Here 2 Care Charitable Trust 77 NZ$67,734 -
Windsor House Trust 77 NZ$15,154 -
Climate Commons 77 NZ$1,200 -
Aotearoa Moana Observing System 77 NZ$5,000 -

Sources and verification

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Registration and legal identity
Charities Services New Zealand
Financial filings
Charities Services New Zealand - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Charities Services New Zealand - 6 disclosed in the public registry.

Data freshness

Last updated
Apr 21, 2026
Profile completeness
65%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Executive compensation
Top-officer pay not disclosed
Mission statement
No self-published statement of purpose
Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Tax-deductibility status
Whether donations are tax-deductible has not been verified
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified
Programmatic detail
Specific cause areas not yet tagged

Methodology

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Quick facts about Eastern Whio Link

What is Eastern Whio Link?
Eastern Whio Link is a international nonprofit organization based in Gisborne, New Zealand. To suppress predators and other environmental pressures to create a thriving ecosystem for whio and other species, between Te Urewera and the East Cape. Weave together mātauranga Māori, western science and hunter/fisher knowledge systems to make holistic and informed decisions about the management of the land and species; and To educate about ecosystems, flora, fauna and their uses through hands on mahi, while removing barriers, to allow people to access and connect to nature.
When was Eastern Whio Link founded?
Eastern Whio Link was founded in 2022.
Where is Eastern Whio Link located?
Headquartered in Gisborne, New Zealand.
What is Eastern Whio Link's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately NZ$10K-NZ$100K.
Is Eastern Whio Link trustworthy?
Eastern Whio Link has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77 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 Eastern Whio Link's registration number?
Registration: CC60368 (New Zealand).
What is Eastern Whio Link's website?
https://www.easternwhiolink.co.nz/
Are donations to Eastern Whio Link 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.