Rainforest Trust
Rainforest trust saves endangered wildlife and our planet by creating protected reserves.
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We purchase and protect the most threatened tropical rainforests, saving endangered species through partnerships and community engagement.
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Rainforest trust saves endangered wildlife and our planet by creating protected reserves.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyRainforest Trust is a registered international nonprofit based in Warrenton, VA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1989 and has been operating for 37 years. Its EIN is 133500609. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. This is below the average of 89/100 for international charities in United States. The organization reports $45M in annual revenue. 102 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Rainforest Trust has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69/100. 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 69 ('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 international charities in United States is 89/100.
Rainforest Trust is located in Warrenton, VA, United States. The organization was established in 1989 and has been active for 37 years.
Based on official tax filings, Rainforest Trust has $45M in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $5M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Rainforest Trust is classified as a International organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has $45M in annual revenue. The organization has 102 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Rainforest 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.
Rainforest Trust has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the IRS. 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.
We purchase and protect the most threatened tropical rainforests, saving endangered species through partnerships and community engagement. Rainforest Trust is classified as a international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1989.
Among international charities registered in United States: Rainforest Trust's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69/100 is below the peer average of 89/100. Its annual revenue of $45M is well above the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to Rainforest Trust are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Rainforest Trust is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 133500609, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
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4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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RAINFOREST TRUST is registered in United States. 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.
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- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 102 disclosed in the public registry.
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Quick facts about Rainforest Trust
- What is Rainforest Trust?
- Rainforest Trust is a international publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Warrenton, United States. We purchase and protect the most threatened tropical rainforests, saving endangered species through partnerships and community engagement.
- When was Rainforest Trust founded?
- Rainforest Trust was founded in 1989.
- Who leads Rainforest Trust?
- Dr James C Deutsch serves as CEO.
- Where is Rainforest Trust located?
- Headquartered in Warrenton, United States.
- What is Rainforest Trust's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $10M-$100M. 0% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Rainforest Trust trustworthy?
- Rainforest Trust has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69 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 Rainforest Trust's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 133500609. Registration: 13-3500609 (United States).
- What is Rainforest Trust's website?
- http://www.rainforesttrust.org