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Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV)

Umbrella body for Carinthian brass bands

Kärntner Blasmusikverband, Kurzbezeichnung KBV

Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Carinthia Reg: ZVR-207722470 (BMI Vereinsregister) Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Partial transparency
62/100 · methodology

About Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV)

The Kärntner Blasmusikverband is the umbrella organisation for around 130 brass and wind bands in Carinthia. It runs conductor training across five regional centres, organises concert and marching competitions, supports youth orchestras, and maintains a database of Carinthian composers. Based in Klagenfurt, it works to promote musical education and preserve regional brass band traditions.

Founded
Headquarters
Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Carinthia
Foundation type
Association (Verein)
Operating in
Austria

Mission

To support, train, and represent brass and wind bands across Carinthia.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Operating countries (1)
Austria

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar arts & culture in Austria
Integrity Assessment This charity: 62
Peer average: 62

Concerns

· None found
No red flags found
Screened for Austrian register status change, Open investigations, Governance scandals, Related-party deals, Excessive exec comp.

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

GiveRadar's verified records show Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV) with a partial profile.

  • It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
  • GiveRadar has not yet verified financial records for this organization, nor for any arts & culture charities in Austria - a gap in GiveRadar's dataset for the region, not a feature of this charity. Explore Austria data
  • Its integrity score of 62 places it in the top 1% of the 131 arts & culture charities in Austria GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its registration and its governance. View this cohort
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • financial records
  • a donation page
  • third-party accreditation
  • an owner-submitted profile claim

Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV) is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Carinthia, Austria. It is registered with the Vereinsregister of the Austrian Federal Ministry. It was founded in 1951 and has been operating for 75 years. Its registration number is ZVR-207722470. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 62/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. 5 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV)'s official registration number is ZVR-207722470, as recorded in the national registry of Austria.

Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV) has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 62/100. 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 62 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for arts & culture charities in Austria is 62/100.

Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV) is located in Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Carinthia, Austria. The organization was established in 1951 and has been active for 75 years. Its registered address is Mießtaler Straße 6, 9020 Klagenfurt, Austria.

Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV) is classified as an Arts & Culture organization, registered in Austria. It operates as a Verein. The organization has 5 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV). 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.

According to GiveRadar's records, Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV) is registered with the Vereinsregister of the Austrian Federal Ministry and overseen by the BMI. 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.

The Kärntner Blasmusikverband is the umbrella organisation for around 130 brass and wind bands in Carinthia. It runs conductor training across five regional centres, organises concert and marching competitions, supports youth orchestras, and maintains a database of Carinthian composers. Based in Klagenfurt, it works to promote musical education and preserve regional brass band traditions. Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV) is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in Austria. The organization was founded in 1951.

Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV) is registered in Austria. Donations to qualifying Austrian nonprofits are tax-deductible up to 10% of your income from the previous year. The organization must be listed in the official BMF list of eligible organizations.

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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Austria under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.

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Leadership

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Stefan S•••••••••••
Chair

Officers & trustees (5)

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Cause areas in Austria

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Arts & Culture this charity 131
Education 104
Community Development 94
Social Services 62
Health 46
Science & Technology 39
Advocacy & Civil Rights 33
Environment 21
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Most common causes in Austria

Causes charities work on most.

Cultural Heritage 40
Refugees 22
Disability 22
Housing 17
HIV/AIDS 16
Poverty 15
Mission Work 14
Literacy 11

Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Austrian Federal Ministry of the Interior (BMI)
Officers and trustees
Austrian Federal Ministry of the Interior (BMI) - 5 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News

Part of this profile's description was written with AI, summarizing public sources such as official registry data and the organization's own website. Financial figures, registration details, and the sources listed above are not AI-generated. Read how we use AI.

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 22, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 22, 2026
Profile completeness
35%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 7
  • Named leadership · 5 officers on file
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Mission statement · Published
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Founding date · 1951
Not available · 4
  • Financial data
    No annual financial filings on file
  • Executive pay
    Top-officer pay not disclosed
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity
  • Tax-deductibility
    Not verified

Methodology

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Quick facts about Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV)

What is Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV)?
Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV) is a arts & culture association based in Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Austria. The Kärntner Blasmusikverband is the umbrella organisation for around 130 brass and wind bands in Carinthia. It runs conductor training across five regional centres, organises concert and marching competitions, supports youth orchestras, and maintains a database of Carinthian composers. Based in Klagenfurt, it works to promote musical education and preserve regional brass band traditions.
When was Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV) founded?
Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV) was founded in 1951.
Who leads Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV)?
Stefan Süssenbacher serves as Chair.
Where is Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV) located?
Headquartered in Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Carinthia, Austria.
Is Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV) trustworthy?
Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV) has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 62 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 Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV)'s registration number?
Registration: ZVR-207722470 (Austria).
What is Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV)'s website?
http://www.kbv.at
Are donations to Kärntner Blasmusikverband (KBV) tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Austria 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.