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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyThe Fred Hollows Foundation is a registered environment nonprofit based in Sydney, Nsw, Australia. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). It was founded in 1992 and has been operating for 34 years. Its registration number is 46070556642. 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 58/100 for environment charities in Australia. The organization reports A$114M in annual revenue.
The Fred Hollows Foundation 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 environment charities in Australia is 58/100.
The Fred Hollows Foundation is located in Sydney, Nsw, Australia. The organization was established in 1992 and has been active for 34 years. Its registered address is Level 8, 320 Pitt Street, Australia.
Based on official tax filings, The Fred Hollows Foundation has A$114M in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of A$2M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
The Fred Hollows Foundation is classified as a Environment organization, registered in Australia. It operates as a Large. By size, it is categorized as a very-large organization. It has A$114M in annual revenue.
The Fred Hollows Foundation 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. 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.
Eye Care Integration for Sustainable Development: Diseases and conditions The Fred Hollows Foundation is classified as a environment organization registered in Australia. The organization was founded in 1992.
Among environment charities registered in Australia: The Fred Hollows Foundation's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100 is below the peer average of 58/100. Its annual revenue of A$114M is well above the peer average of A$2M.
The Fred Hollows Foundation 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 The Fred Hollows Foundation holds DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status from the ATO. Check the DGR register before claiming.
The Fred Hollows Foundation 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.
The Fred Hollows Foundation 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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NeutralWomen carrying burden of Fiji’s meth crisis, report finds - Fiji Sun
Victor residents support Hollows’ vision - The Victor Harbor Times
RDF, RNP and Fred Hollows Foundation Launch Eye Care and Cataract Surgery Campaign in Northern Province - mod.gov.rw
Ophthalmologist wins inaugural Gabi Hollows Award - insightnews.com.au
Eye health: A $447B opportunity for global growth - Devex
A Landmark Partnership to Accelerate Our Shared Mission - Cure Blindness Project
The Eye Doctors | Common Cause Ep 5 - Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Ballarat helps restore vision amid global aid cuts - Times News Group
Geraldton helps keep not-for-profit’s vision going - Geraldton Guardian
Kura Te Waru Rewiri collab supporting Fred Hollows - NZ Optics
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Quick facts about The Fred Hollows Foundation
- What is The Fred Hollows Foundation?
- The Fred Hollows Foundation is a environment large based in Sydney, Australia. Eye Care Integration for Sustainable Development: Diseases and conditions
- When was The Fred Hollows Foundation founded?
- The Fred Hollows Foundation was founded in 1992.
- Where is The Fred Hollows Foundation located?
- Headquartered in Sydney, Australia.
- What is The Fred Hollows Foundation's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2022 is approximately A$100M-A$1B.
- Is The Fred Hollows Foundation trustworthy?
- The Fred Hollows Foundation 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 The Fred Hollows Foundation's registration number?
- Registration: 46070556642 (Australia).
- What is The Fred Hollows Foundation's website?
- https://www.hollows.org
- Are donations to The Fred Hollows Foundation 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.