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We are the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust (HWDT), a marine conservation charity that takes action through a unique programme of community-based research and education. We conduct the research that underpins the future safeguarding of whales, dolphins and porpoises and provide educational experiences in our dedicated Discovery Centre, on our boat Silurian and by visiting schools around the whole of the Hebrides. Based on the Isle of Mull, in the heart of the Hebrides, HWDT has been leading the way for the conservation of whales, dolphins and porpoises in the waters of western Scotland for three decades. Our research has critically advanced the understanding of species that visit seasonally or are resident in the Hebrides. Using what we have learnt, …
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd has a substantially complete profile, sourced from OSCR.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyHebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd is a registered education nonprofit based in Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 1994 and has been operating for 32 years. Its registration number is SC022403. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 43/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £621K in annual revenue.
Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd's official registration number is SC022403, as recorded in the national registry of United Kingdom.
Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 43/100. 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 43 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 94% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United Kingdom is 86/100.
Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd is located in Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 1994 and has been active for 32 years.
Based on official tax filings, Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd has £621K in annual revenue. It allocates 94% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 98% for education charities in United Kingdom. Fundraising costs represent 6%. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd is classified as an Education organization, registered in United Kingdom. It operates as a Charitable Company. It has £621K in annual revenue.
According to GiveRadar's records, Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales and overseen by the Charity Commission. It reports that 94% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 98%). 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.
We are the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust (HWDT), a marine conservation charity that takes action through a unique programme of community-based research and education. We conduct the research that underpins the future safeguarding of whales, dolphins and porpoises and provide educational experiences in our dedicated Discovery Centre, on our boat Silurian and by visiting schools around the whole of the Hebrides. Based on the Isle of Mull, in the heart of the Hebrides, HWDT has been leading the way for the conservation of whales, dolphins and porpoises in the waters of western Scotland for three decades. Our research has critically advanced the understanding of species that visit seasonally or... Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd is classified as an education organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 1994.
Among education charities registered in United Kingdom: It allocates 94% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 98%. Its annual revenue of £621K is comparable to the peer average of £994K.
Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd is a charitable company limited by guarantee, the most common incorporated form for UK charities. It is registered with both Companies House and the Charity Commission, and must file annual accounts with both regulators. Directors (who are also charity trustees) have limited liability. Its Charity Commission registration number is SC022403.
You can verify Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd in several ways. First, search the Charity Commission Register at https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/ - every charity registered in England and Wales appears here with its registration number, trustees, governing document, and filed accounts. Because this is a charitable company, you can also check its filings on Companies House (https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/). Second, check whether the charity's annual return and accounts are up to date - the Commission flags charities with overdue filings. Third, look for the Fundraising Regulator badge on the charity's website, which signals voluntary compliance with the Code of Fundraising Practice.
You can donate to Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd directly through its donation page (https://www.hwdt.org/donate-1). UK charities typically accept online card payments, direct debit, and bank transfer. Many also use platforms such as JustGiving or Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). If you are a UK taxpayer, make sure to tick the Gift Aid box: it lets the charity reclaim 25p from HMRC for every pound you give at no extra cost to you. Higher-rate taxpayers can claim back the difference between basic-rate and their marginal rate through Self Assessment. Payroll Giving (Give As You Earn) lets you donate pre-tax through your employer.
Donations to Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd are eligible for Gift Aid if you are a UK income-tax or capital-gains-tax payer. Gift Aid adds 25% to your donation at no cost to you (the charity reclaims basic-rate tax from HMRC). Higher-rate and additional-rate taxpayers can also claim back the difference through Self Assessment or by adjusting their PAYE tax code. Gifts of shares, property, or land to charity are free of Capital Gains Tax and can be deducted from your income for Income Tax purposes. Legacy gifts (in your will) reduce the value of your estate for Inheritance Tax and can lower the IHT rate from 40% to 36% if you leave at least 10% to charity.
Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd is based in Isle of Mull in Scotland. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.
Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd was first registered in 1994, making it approximately 32 years old. UK charities must file an annual return with the Charity Commission to remain on the register. A long registration history generally indicates sustained operations and continuous regulatory compliance.
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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd is in United Kingdom, a TGE (Transnational Giving Europe) member country. Dutch donors can route gifts via Stichting Transnational Giving Europe to receive Dutch ANBI-equivalent deductibility, subject to TGE's 5% pass-through fee.
Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd is registered in United Kingdom. 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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Founding date · 1994
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Quick facts about Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd
- What is Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd?
- Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd is a education charitable company based in Isle of Mull, United Kingdom. We are the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust (HWDT), a marine conservation charity that takes action through a unique programme of community-based research and education. We conduct the research that underpins the future safeguarding of whales, dolphins and porpoises and provide educational experiences in our dedicated Discovery Centre, on our boat Silurian and by visiting schools around the whole of the Hebrides. Based on the Isle of Mull, in the heart of the Hebrides, HWDT has been leading the way for the conservation of whales, dolphins and porpoises in the waters of western Scotland for three decades. Our research has critically advanced the understanding of species that visit seasonally or are resident in the Hebrides. Using what we have learnt, we work directly with communities through our education and engagement programmes to highlight the importance of the marine environment and encourage people to take responsibility for protecting it for future generations. 'the advancement of education','the advancement of citizenship or community development','the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science','the advancement of environmental protection or improvement','the advancement of animal welfare' 1 The trust’s objects are: (a) All purposes that are charitable relating to cetaceans, and especially: (b) the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. (c) the advancement of animal welfare. (d) the advancement of the arts, culture, heritage and science. (e) the advancement of citizenship or community development, including volunteering and the social and economic development of communities. (f) education.
- When was Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd founded?
- Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd was founded in 1994.
- Where is Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd located?
- Headquartered in Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom.
- What is Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately £100K-£1M. 94% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd trustworthy?
- Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 43 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 Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd's registration number?
- Registration: SC022403 (United Kingdom).
- What is Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd's website?
- https://www.hwdt.org
- Are donations to Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom 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.