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The object of the Trust is to be beneficial to the community by assisting Disabled Persons within New Zealand.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyLaura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Christchurch, New Zealand. It is registered with Charities Services New Zealand. It was founded in 2008 and has been operating for 18 years. Its registration number is CC27146. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. The organization reports NZ$18M in annual revenue. 9 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust 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 arts & culture charities in New Zealand is 77/100.
Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust is located in Christchurch, New Zealand. The organization was established in 2008 and has been active for 18 years. Its registered address is 279 Ilam Road, New Zealand.
Based on official tax filings, Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust has NZ$18M in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of NZ$2M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust is classified as a Arts & Culture organization, registered in New Zealand. It operates as a 0. By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has NZ$18M in annual revenue. The organization has 9 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust. 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.
Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust 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.
The object of the Trust is to be beneficial to the community by assisting Disabled Persons within New Zealand. Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust is classified as a arts & culture organization registered in New Zealand. The organization was founded in 2008.
Among arts & culture charities registered in New Zealand: Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100 is in line with the peer average of 77/100. Its annual revenue of NZ$18M is well above the peer average of NZ$2M.
Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust 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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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of New Zealand under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust is registered in New Zealand. 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.
Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust is registered in New Zealand. 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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NeutralLarge accommodation block for sale could become student housing - The Press
Brain injury trust campus in sought-after Ilam - Stuff
‘Outdated’ disability home from the 70s to finally be replaced - The Press
More needed to tackle schoolyard sport concussions, expert says - RNZ
Miles Toyota’s Sneaky Kiwi hits the streets for Elmer’s Ōtautahi Elephant Trail - Miles Group
Elmer the Elephant puts on walking shoes for charity - The Press
'Please don't ignore us', says woman living with traumatic brain injury - Stuff
Christchurch brain injury trust running 24-hour fundraiser - ODT
'The life of the party' who lost nearly everything and then found love - Stuff
Laura Fergusson trust buys old Marian College site for new Christchurch centre - Stuff
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Quick facts about Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust
- What is Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust?
- Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust is a arts & culture 0 based in Christchurch, New Zealand. The object of the Trust is to be beneficial to the community by assisting Disabled Persons within New Zealand.
- When was Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust founded?
- Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust was founded in 2008.
- Where is Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust located?
- Headquartered in Christchurch, New Zealand.
- What is Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately NZ$10M-NZ$100M.
- Is Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust trustworthy?
- Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust 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 Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust's registration number?
- Registration: CC27146 (New Zealand).
- What is Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust's website?
- https://www.lfbit.co.nz
- Are donations to Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust 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.