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Visit linneansocietynsw.org.auAbout Linnean Society of NSW
We distributed small financial grants to Honours & Postgraduate students in Australia for the purpose of assisting scientific research into the Natural History of Australia. This is one of the means by which we achieve our aim to advance scientific research and education.
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Linnean Society of NSW has a substantially complete profile, sourced from the ACNC.
- Established in 1874, it is among the oldest education charities in Australia GiveRadar tracks. View this cohort
- GiveRadar has verified DGR endorsement for this organization, which only 39% of comparable charities hold. View this cohort
- GiveRadar's profile for Linnean Society of NSW draws on its financial disclosures and its registration, in line with the typical education charities in Australia it tracks. View this cohort
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- a contact email (present for 42% of comparable organizations)
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyLinnean Society of NSW is a registered education nonprofit based in Manly, New South Wales, Australia. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). It was founded in 1874 and has been operating for 152 years. Its registration number is 66095659447. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) endorsement from the Australian Taxation Office, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization meets the ATO's endorsement requirements. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 61/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports A$125K in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected.
Linnean Society of NSW's official registration number is 66095659447, as recorded in the national registry of Australia.
Linnean Society of NSW has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 61/100. 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 61 ('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 education charities in Australia is 66/100.
Linnean Society of NSW is located in Manly, New South Wales, Australia. The organization was established in 1874 and has been active for 152 years. Its registered address is Po Box 291, Manly, New South Wales, Australia.
Based on official tax filings, Linnean Society of NSW has A$125K in annual revenue. Its revenue is below the peer average of A$8M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Linnean Society of NSW is classified as an Education organization, registered in Australia. It operates as an Other Unincorporated Entity. By size, it is categorized as a micro organization. It has A$125K in annual revenue.
No red flags have been detected for Linnean Society of NSW. 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, Linnean Society of NSW holds Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) endorsement from the Australian Taxation Office, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization meets the ATO's endorsement requirements. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). 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 distributed small financial grants to Honours & Postgraduate students in Australia for the purpose of assisting scientific research into the Natural History of Australia. This is one of the means by which we achieve our aim to advance scientific research and education. Linnean Society of NSW is classified as an education organization registered in Australia. The organization was founded in 1874.
Among education charities registered in Australia: Its annual revenue of A$125K is below the peer average of A$8M.
Yes - Linnean Society of NSW is endorsed by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR), so gifts of $2 or more are tax-deductible for Australian donors. GiveRadar verifies this against the official Australian Business Register and re-checks it weekly. Keep your receipt for your tax return.
Filing history
2 years on file from ACNC (Australia) (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Australian donations are deductible if Linnean Society of NSW holds DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status from the ATO. Check the DGR register before claiming.
Linnean Society of NSW is registered in Australia. 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.
Linnean Society of NSW is registered in Australia. 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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- Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC)
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- Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1874
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Named leadershipBoard and officer list not yet indexed
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Mission statementNo self-published statement of purpose
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
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Direct contactNo email or phone published
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Quick facts about Linnean Society of NSW
- What is Linnean Society of NSW?
- Linnean Society of NSW is a education other unincorporated entity based in Manly, Australia. We distributed small financial grants to Honours & Postgraduate students in Australia for the purpose of assisting scientific research into the Natural History of Australia. This is one of the means by which we achieve our aim to advance scientific research and education.
- When was Linnean Society of NSW founded?
- Linnean Society of NSW was founded in 1874.
- Where is Linnean Society of NSW located?
- Headquartered in Manly, New South Wales, Australia.
- What is Linnean Society of NSW's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately A$100K-A$1M.
- Is Linnean Society of NSW trustworthy?
- Linnean Society of NSW has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 61 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 Linnean Society of NSW's registration number?
- Registration: 66095659447 (Australia).
- What is Linnean Society of NSW's website?
- http://linneansocietynsw.org.au
- Are donations to Linnean Society of NSW tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Australia 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.