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Animal Training: Animal training
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyLort Smith is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in North Melbourne, Vic, Australia. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). It was founded in 1928 and has been operating for 98 years. Its registration number is 87004238475. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100 (Limited data available). This reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is below the average of 54/100 for animal welfare charities in Australia. The organization reports A$25M in annual revenue.
Lort Smith has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100. 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 37 ('Limited data available') reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is common for smaller, newer, or non-US charities that file fewer public records. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in Australia is 54/100.
Lort Smith is located in North Melbourne, Vic, Australia. The organization was established in 1928 and has been active for 98 years. Its registered address is 24 Villiers St, Australia.
Based on official tax filings, Lort Smith has A$25M in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of A$779K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Lort Smith is classified as a Animal Welfare organization, registered in Australia. It operates as a Large. By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has A$25M in annual revenue.
Lort Smith has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the ACNC. Visit the Lort Smith profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
Among animal welfare charities registered in Australia: Lort Smith's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100 is below the peer average of 54/100. Its annual revenue of A$25M is well above the peer average of A$779K.
Lort Smith is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). If the organization has Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status, donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible in Australia. Check the organization's DGR status on the ACNC or ATO website to confirm.
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Australian donations are deductible if LORT SMITH holds DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status from the ATO. Check the DGR register before claiming.
LORT SMITH 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.
LORT SMITH 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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NeutralWatch out for turtles - Northern | Star Weekly
‘Not just hugging puppies’: Veterinary expert reveals the dark side of the industry - 3AW
Kittens thrown from moving car in Melbourne - 9News
Man hospitalised after 'incident' with invasive predator in Aussie town - Yahoo News Australia
Scared, deaf and alone: Abandoned puppies Sugar and Spice highlight concerning pet shelter trend - Nine Honey
Chewbarka, Gorgonzola, and Dr Sir Puddles Pipsqueak: The most common and unusual pet names of 2025 - Nine Honey
Pet owners warned of merger that could impact vet complaint-handling - SMH.com.au
Discover the Paw-Fect Match, as Mars and Lort Smith Adoption Centre Cover 50 Percent of Pet Adoption Fees This Weekend Only - Concrete Playground
Adoption centre launches fun new way to find a furry friend - Nine Honey
Lort Smith appoints new Chief Operating Officer - petnews.com.au
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Quick facts about Lort Smith
- What is Lort Smith?
- Lort Smith is a animal welfare large based in North Melbourne, Australia. Animal Training: Animal training
- When was Lort Smith founded?
- Lort Smith was founded in 1928.
- Where is Lort Smith located?
- Headquartered in North Melbourne, Australia.
- What is Lort Smith's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2022 is approximately A$10M-A$100M.
- Is Lort Smith trustworthy?
- Lort Smith has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37 out of 100 (Limited data available). 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 Lort Smith's registration number?
- Registration: 87004238475 (Australia).
- What is Lort Smith's website?
- https://www.lortsmith.com
- Are donations to Lort Smith 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.