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KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH

Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia (Köln) Reg R003693 · Vereinsregister Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Partial transparency
44/100 · methodology

About KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH

The KRF is a non-profit organisation with its headquarters in Cologne and has been committed to the implementation of children's rights since 2014. Individual assistance, lobbying and promotion of commitment are the three cornerstones of our activities. Specifically, this means that we advise children, young people and their families in our ombudsperson, implement projects at schools and youth leisure institutions and represent the political interests of children and young people. Within the framework of Agenda 2020, the KRF has set itself the four main priorities of digitisation, democracy, society and sustainability, which have already been the subject of a large number of projects. Currently, the KRF wants to strengthen children's rights in particular with regard to sexualised violence and mental …

Das KRF ist eine gemeinnützige Organisation mit Hauptsitz in Köln und setzt sich seit 2014 für die Verwirklichung von Kinderrechten ein. Individuelle Hilfe, Lobbyarbeit und Förderung von Engagement sind die drei Grundpfeiler unserer Tätigkeit. Konkret heißt das: Wir beraten Kinder, Jugendliche und ihre Familien in unserer Ombudsstelle, führen Projekte an Schulen und Jugendfreizeit­einrichtungen durch und vertreten die politischen Interessen von Kindern und Jugendlichen. Im Rahmen der Agenda 2020 hat sich das KRF die vier Schwerpunkte Digitalisierung, Demokratie, Gesellschaft und Nachhaltigkeit gesetzt, zu denen bereits eine Vielzahl an Projekten stattfanden. Aktuell möchte das KRF insbesondere die Kinderrechte im Hinblick auf sexualisierte Gewalt und mentale Gesundheit stärken. Zudem setzt es sich für bessere Rahmenbedingungen für zivilgesellschaftliche Akteure ein. Seit Anfang 2020 ist …

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Founded
Headquarters
Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia
Size
micro

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Social Services
Cause tags

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar social services in Germany
Integrity Assessment This charity: 44
Peer average: 58

Red flags

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Tax-authority revocation
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KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH is a registered social services nonprofit based in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It is registered with the German Vereinsregister (Association Register). It was founded in 2014 and has been operating for 12 years. Its registration number is R003693. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 44/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. This is below the average of 58/100 for social services charities in Germany. The organization reports €5K in annual revenue.

KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 44/100. 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 44 ('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 social services charities in Germany is 58/100.

KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH is located in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The organization was established in 2014 and has been active for 12 years. Its registered address is Am Wassermann, 50829 Köln, Germany.

Based on official tax filings, KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH has €5K in annual revenue. Its revenue is below the peer average of €27M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH is classified as a Social Services organization, registered in Germany. By size, it is categorized as a micro organization. It has €5K in annual revenue.

KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 44/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the local Amtsgericht (district court). 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.

The KRF is a non-profit organisation with its headquarters in Cologne and has been committed to the implementation of children's rights since 2014. Individual assistance, lobbying and promotion of commitment are the three cornerstones of our activities. Specifically, this means that we advise children, young people and their families in our ombudsperson, implement projects at schools and youth leisure institutions and represent the political interests of children and young people. Within the framework of Agenda 2020, the KRF has set itself the four main priorities of digitisation, democracy, society and sustainability, which have already been the subject of a large number of projects. Currently, the KRF wants to strengthen children's... KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH is classified as a social services organization registered in Germany. The organization was founded in 2014.

Among social services charities registered in Germany: KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 44/100 is below the peer average of 58/100. Its annual revenue of €5K is below the peer average of €27M.

KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH is a registered nonprofit in Germany. Donations to recognized charitable organizations (gemeinnuetzige Organisationen) are tax-deductible up to 20% of your total income. You will need a donation receipt (Zuwendungsbestaetigung) from the organization for your tax return.

You can verify KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH's charitable status in several ways. First, check the Zuwendungsempfaengerregister (ZER) at https://www.bzst.de/DE/Unternehmen/Zuwendungsempfaengerregister_organisation/zuwendungsempfaengerregister_organisation_node.html - the BZSt maintains this federal register of all organisations eligible to receive tax-deductible donations in Germany. Second, you can look up the association in the Vereinsregister (association register) at the local Amtsgericht (district court) via https://www.handelsregister.de/ - this confirms the legal form, registered address, and board members. Third, check whether the organisation holds the Freistellungsbescheid (tax-exemption notice) from its local Finanzamt - the notice is re-issued every three years and confirms the 'gemeinnuetzig' status under the Abgabenordnung. Legitimate charities publish this on their website or provide it on request.

You can donate to KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH directly through its donation page (https://www.betterplace.org/de/organisations/23006-krf-kinderrechteforum-gemeinnuetzige-gmbh). German charities typically accept SEPA bank transfer (Ueberweisung) to the organisation's IBAN, SEPA direct debit (Lastschrift/Einzugsermaechtigung) for recurring donations, PayPal, credit card payments, and online payment processors like Stripe or Mollie. Many German charities use platforms like betterplace.org, GoFundMe, or their own Spendenseite (donation page). International donors can give via SEPA transfer (Germany is in the eurozone) or PayPal. For your donation to be tax-deductible, you need a Zuwendungsbestaetigung (donation receipt) from the organisation - for amounts up to 300 euros, a bank statement showing the transfer is sufficient.

KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH is based in Cologne, in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia (Nordrhein-Westfalen), Germany's most populous state, home to Cologne, Düsseldorf, and Dortmund. Germany is a federation of 16 states (Bundeslaender). Charitable status ('Gemeinnuetzigkeit') is granted by the local Finanzamt and recognised nationwide - the organisation can solicit tax-deductible donations from donors anywhere in Germany.

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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

German donations are deductible if KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH holds a Freistellungsbescheid (recognition as a charitable purpose) and issues a Zuwendungsbestätigung receipt.

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Leadership

ÜW
Üwen Ergün
Chair

Latest news

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Sentiment

Neutral

Activity timeline

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Peer charities

Other social services in Germany, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH This page 44 €5,000 -
Gemeinsam gegen Menschenhandel e.V. 59 €5,000 -
Karo e.V. 59 €5,000 -
netzwerk-m e.V. 59 €55,000 -
Intensivkinder zuhause e.V. 59 €5,000 -
Bund Deutscher EinsatzVeteranen e.V. 59 €25,000 -
Neustart e.V. 59 €5,000 -
Theodorus Kinder-Tageshospiz gGmbH 57 €11,240 -
Verband für Digitalisierung in der Sozialwirtschaft e.V. 56 €5,000 -

Sources and verification

Refreshed

Registration and legal identity
Bundesanzeiger (German Federal Gazette)
Financial filings
Bundesanzeiger annual disclosures
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News

Data freshness

Last updated
Apr 21, 2026
Profile completeness
60%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

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

Methodology

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Quick facts about KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH

What is KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH?
KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH is a social services nonprofit organization based in Cologne, Germany. The KRF is a non-profit organisation with its headquarters in Cologne and has been committed to the implementation of children's rights since 2014. Individual assistance, lobbying and promotion of commitment are the three cornerstones of our activities. Specifically, this means that we advise children, young people and their families in our ombudsperson, implement projects at schools and youth leisure institutions and represent the political interests of children and young people. Within the framework of Agenda 2020, the KRF has set itself the four main priorities of digitisation, democracy, society and sustainability, which have already been the subject of a large number of projects. Currently, the KRF wants to strengthen children's rights in particular with regard to sexualised violence and mental health. In addition, it is committed to improving the framework conditions for civil society actors. Since early 2020, KRF has been a publicly recognised provider of free youth assistance in accordance with §75 SGB VIII as well as a member of the Federal Association of Workers Welfare (AWO).
When was KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH founded?
KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH was founded in 2014.
Who leads KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH?
Üwen Ergün serves as Chair.
Where is KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH located?
Headquartered in Cologne (Köln in the local language), Germany.
What is KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH's annual budget?
Annual revenue is approximately Under €10K.
Is KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH trustworthy?
KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 44 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 KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH's registration number?
Registration: R003693 (Germany).
What is KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH's website?
https://www.kinderrechteforum.org
Are donations to KRF KinderRechteForum gemeinnützige GmbH tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Germany 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.