Scales Conservation Fund NPC
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Recognising the enormity of the challenges our wildlife faces, Our mission at Scales Conservation Fund is to protect and preserve Africa's endangered wildlife by empowering dedicated conservation efforts. We strive to make a tangible difference by providing essential support to nonprofit organizations and community-based initiatives working tirelessly on the frontlines. Through collaboration, funding, and awareness, we aim to create a future where wildlife and ecosystems thrive. Together, we're building a legacy of conservation for generations to come.
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South Africa
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- Its integrity score of 39 is below most of the 364 animal welfare charities in South Africa GiveRadar tracks. GiveRadar bases this on limited verified information so far, with little on record for its financial disclosures and its governance. Explore South Africa data
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#350 of 364 animal welfare charities in South Africa on integrity score
39/100 puts it in the top 97% of the cohort, tied with 1 other. Positions are competition ranks: ties share a position. Cohorts are the tightest local peer set with at least 30 comparable organizations; a metric is left out where the cohort is too small or nearly uniform.
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Compared with 8 similar animal welfare charities in South Africa.
Cause areas in South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about Scales Conservation Fund NPC
Scales Conservation Fund NPC is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Hoedspruit, Limpopo, South Africa. It is registered with the Department of Social Development NPO Directorate. Its registration number is NPC 2019/285721/08. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 39/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate.
Recognising the enormity of the challenges our wildlife faces, Our mission at Scales Conservation Fund is to protect and preserve Africa's endangered wildlife by empowering dedicated conservation efforts. We strive to make a tangible difference by providing essential support to nonprofit organizations and community-based initiatives working tirelessly on the frontlines. Through collaboration, funding, and awareness, we aim to create a future where wildlife and ecosystems thrive. Together, we're building a legacy of conservation for generations to come. Scales Conservation Fund NPC is classified as an animal welfare organization registered in South Africa.
Scales Conservation Fund NPC's official registration number is NPC 2019/285721/08, as recorded in the national registry of South Africa.
Scales Conservation Fund NPC is located in Hoedspruit, Limpopo, South Africa.
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Quick facts about Scales Conservation Fund NPC
- What is Scales Conservation Fund NPC?
- Scales Conservation Fund NPC is a animal welfare nonprofit organization based in Hoedspruit, South Africa. Recognising the enormity of the challenges our wildlife faces, Our mission at Scales Conservation Fund is to protect and preserve Africa's endangered wildlife by empowering dedicated conservation efforts. We strive to make a tangible difference by providing essential support to nonprofit organizations and community-based initiatives working tirelessly on the frontlines. Through collaboration, funding, and awareness, we aim to create a future where wildlife and ecosystems thrive. Together, we're building a legacy of conservation for generations to come.
- Where is Scales Conservation Fund NPC located?
- Headquartered in Hoedspruit, Limpopo, South Africa.
- Is Scales Conservation Fund NPC trustworthy?
- Scales Conservation Fund NPC has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 39 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 Scales Conservation Fund NPC's registration number?
- Registration: NPC 2019/285721/08 (South Africa).
- What is Scales Conservation Fund NPC's website?
- https://www.scales.org.za
- Are donations to Scales Conservation Fund NPC tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of South Africa 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.