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The Rites of Passage Foundation (ROPF) provides conscious, community-led and nature based Rites of Passage programmes for young people moving from adolescence to adulthood. We promote and further the education, personal and social development of young people in our community. We develop and foster our community in providing a range of positive inter-generational and socially diverse experiences. We assist young people, families and our community in their social, creative and community orientated pursuits.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyRites of Passage Foundation is a registered health nonprofit based in Takaka, New Zealand. It is registered with Charities Services New Zealand. It was founded in 2012 and has been operating for 14 years. Its registration number is CC48562. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. The organization reports NZ$160K in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected.
Rites of Passage Foundation 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 health charities in New Zealand is 77/100.
Rites of Passage Foundation is located in Takaka, New Zealand. The organization was established in 2012 and has been active for 14 years. Its registered address is 156 Commercial Street, New Zealand.
Based on official tax filings, Rites of Passage Foundation has NZ$160K in annual revenue. Its revenue is below the peer average of NZ$919K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Rites of Passage Foundation is classified as a Health organization, registered in New Zealand. It operates as a 0. By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has NZ$160K in annual revenue. The organization has 4 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Rites of Passage Foundation. 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.
Rites of Passage Foundation 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 Rites of Passage Foundation (ROPF) provides conscious, community-led and nature based Rites of Passage programmes for young people moving from adolescence to adulthood. We promote and further the education, personal and social development of young people in our community. We develop and foster our community in providing a range of positive inter-generational and socially diverse experiences. We assist young people, families and our community in their social, creative and community orientated pursuits. Rites of Passage Foundation is classified as a health organization registered in New Zealand. The organization was founded in 2012.
Among health charities registered in New Zealand: Rites of Passage Foundation's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100 is in line with the peer average of 77/100. Its annual revenue of NZ$160K is below the peer average of NZ$919K.
Rites of Passage Foundation 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.
Rites of Passage Foundation 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.
Rites of Passage Foundation 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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Neutral17: Bayo Akomolafe – Bending Questions Into Rites of Passage - UCL | University College London
Rites of passage: University’s lessons extend beyond the lecture halls - ANU College of Science and Medicine
8 Significant ‘Rites Of Passage’ Millennials Experienced That Younger Generations Will Never Understand - YourTango
Rites of Passage | Youth mentorship program recognizes graduates on Father's Day: 'Each one, teach one' - ABC11 Raleigh-Durham
‘Rites of Passage’ by Judith Flanders review - History Today
Rites Of Passage: Eldering Of Crone And Sage - Patheos
From Luxurious to Perilous, Here Are Some of the Most Fascinating Rites Of Passage from Around the World! - The ASEAN Post
Black boys need rites of passage programs in 2019 across the country - New York Amsterdam News
Grayson Perry: Rites of Passage, Channnel 4 review - making meaning in death - The Arts Desk
Supporting alternative rites of passage for girls - Anabaptist World
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Quick facts about Rites of Passage Foundation
- What is Rites of Passage Foundation?
- Rites of Passage Foundation is a health 0 based in Takaka, New Zealand. The Rites of Passage Foundation (ROPF) provides conscious, community-led and nature based Rites of Passage programmes for young people moving from adolescence to adulthood. We promote and further the education, personal and social development of young people in our community. We develop and foster our community in providing a range of positive inter-generational and socially diverse experiences. We assist young people, families and our community in their social, creative and community orientated pursuits.
- When was Rites of Passage Foundation founded?
- Rites of Passage Foundation was founded in 2012.
- Where is Rites of Passage Foundation located?
- Headquartered in Takaka, New Zealand.
- What is Rites of Passage Foundation's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately NZ$100K-NZ$1M.
- Is Rites of Passage Foundation trustworthy?
- Rites of Passage Foundation 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 Rites of Passage Foundation's registration number?
- Registration: CC48562 (New Zealand).
- What is Rites of Passage Foundation's website?
- https://www.ropf.org.nz
- Are donations to Rites of Passage Foundation 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.