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RuralRise is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving and uplifting rural communities in Namibia. Our program is designed to promote rural community development by empowering community projects. Through these initiatives, we aim to mitigate rural-urban migration and cultivate sustainable growth in rural areas. Our mission is to collaborate with local community organizations and stakeholders to strengthen rural community development. We recognize the need for sustainable, long-term solutions to the challenges faced by rural communities, especially in sustaining community projects, small businesses and other community led programs that often struggle and incur debts within a few months of operation. RuralRise evolved from the lessons learned through implementing government projects aimed at alleviating social stresses. We aspire to serve as a monitoring …
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyRural Rise Namibia is a registered community development nonprofit based in Swakopmund, Erongo, Namibia. It is registered with the official charity registry of Namibia. It was founded in 2012 and has been operating for 14 years. Its registration number is NA-CIVIC264-rural-rise-namibia. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 56/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing.
Rural Rise Namibia has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 56/100. 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 56 ('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 community development charities in Namibia is 58/100.
Rural Rise Namibia is located in Swakopmund, Erongo, Namibia. The organization was established in 2012 and has been active for 14 years.
Rural Rise Namibia is classified as a Community Development organization, registered in Namibia.
Rural Rise Namibia has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 56/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. Visit the Rural Rise Namibia 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.
RuralRise is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving and uplifting rural communities in Namibia. Our program is designed to promote rural community development by empowering community projects. Through these initiatives, we aim to mitigate rural-urban migration and cultivate sustainable growth in rural areas. Our mission is to collaborate with local community organizations and stakeholders to strengthen rural community development. We recognize the need for sustainable, long-term solutions to the challenges faced by rural communities, especially in sustaining community projects, small businesses and other community led programs that often struggle and incur debts within a few months of operation. RuralRise evolved from the lessons learned through implementing government projects aimed at... Rural Rise Namibia is classified as a community development organization registered in Namibia. The organization was founded in 2012.
Among community development charities registered in Namibia: Rural Rise Namibia's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 56/100 is in line with the peer average of 58/100.
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Rural Rise Namibia is registered in Namibia. 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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Quick facts about Rural Rise Namibia
- What is Rural Rise Namibia?
- Rural Rise Namibia is a community development nonprofit organization based in Swakopmund, Namibia. RuralRise is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving and uplifting rural communities in Namibia. Our program is designed to promote rural community development by empowering community projects. Through these initiatives, we aim to mitigate rural-urban migration and cultivate sustainable growth in rural areas. Our mission is to collaborate with local community organizations and stakeholders to strengthen rural community development. We recognize the need for sustainable, long-term solutions to the challenges faced by rural communities, especially in sustaining community projects, small businesses and other community led programs that often struggle and incur debts within a few months of operation. RuralRise evolved from the lessons learned through implementing government projects aimed at alleviating social stresses. We aspire to serve as a monitoring and evaluation agent, identifying risk factors within community projects and recommending viable solutions. By offering guidance and continued incubation, we intend to ensure the success and sustainability of these vital community initiatives. Together, we can nurture rural growth, foster education, and promote sustainable development for a brighter future in the Erongo Region.
- When was Rural Rise Namibia founded?
- Rural Rise Namibia was founded in 2012.
- Who leads Rural Rise Namibia?
- Ms. Eslien Tsuses serves as Founder and CEO.
- Where is Rural Rise Namibia located?
- Headquartered in Swakopmund, Namibia.
- Is Rural Rise Namibia trustworthy?
- Rural Rise Namibia has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 56 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 Rural Rise Namibia's registration number?
- Registration: NA-CIVIC264-rural-rise-namibia (Namibia).
- What is Rural Rise Namibia's website?
- https://www.ruralriseup.com/
- Are donations to Rural Rise Namibia tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Namibia 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.