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We work to prevent and control tuberculosis, lung disease and NCDs as well as other related health problems on a worldwide basis, with a particular emphasis on low income countries. We do this by working on joint projects with our parent charity in France, in particular by organising world health conferences, publications and fundraising. 'the advancement of education','the advancement of health','the saving of lives' The objects of the Charity are the advancement of education, the advancement of health, the saving of lives and the reduction of premature deaths by conducting research, providing training, developing policy, offering technical assistance in the provision of health solutions and by seeking to strengthen health systems, in relation to tuberculosis, lung disease and non-communicable diseases …
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GiveRadar's verified records show The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease with a substantially complete profile, sourced from OSCR.
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- Its integrity score of 41 is below most of the 87,708 education charities in the United Kingdom GiveRadar tracks. GiveRadar bases this on limited verified information so far, with little on record for its governance. Explore United Kingdom data
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyThe International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease is a registered education nonprofit based in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 2008 and has been operating for 18 years. Its registration number is SC039880. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 41/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £821K in annual revenue.
The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease's official registration number is SC039880, as recorded in the national registry of United Kingdom.
The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 41/100. 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 41 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 100% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United Kingdom is 86/100.
The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease is located in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 2008 and has been active for 18 years.
Based on official tax filings, The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease has £821K in annual revenue. It allocates 100% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 98% for education charities in United Kingdom. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease is classified as an Education organization, registered in United Kingdom. It operates as a Charitable Company. It has £821K in annual revenue.
According to GiveRadar's records, The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales and overseen by the Charity Commission. It reports that 100% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 98%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
We work to prevent and control tuberculosis, lung disease and NCDs as well as other related health problems on a worldwide basis, with a particular emphasis on low income countries. We do this by working on joint projects with our parent charity in France, in particular by organising world health conferences, publications and fundraising. 'the advancement of education','the advancement of health','the saving of lives' The objects of the Charity are the advancement of education, the advancement of health, the saving of lives and the reduction of premature deaths by conducting research, providing training, developing policy, offering technical assistance in the provision of health solutions and by seeking to strengthen health... The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease is classified as an education organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 2008.
Among education charities registered in United Kingdom: It allocates 100% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 98%. Its annual revenue of £821K is comparable to the peer average of £994K.
The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease is a charitable company limited by guarantee, the most common incorporated form for UK charities. It is registered with both Companies House and the Charity Commission, and must file annual accounts with both regulators. Directors (who are also charity trustees) have limited liability. Its Charity Commission registration number is SC039880.
You can verify The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease in several ways. First, search the Charity Commission Register at https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/ - every charity registered in England and Wales appears here with its registration number, trustees, governing document, and filed accounts. Because this is a charitable company, you can also check its filings on Companies House (https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/). Second, check whether the charity's annual return and accounts are up to date - the Commission flags charities with overdue filings. Third, look for the Fundraising Regulator badge on the charity's website, which signals voluntary compliance with the Code of Fundraising Practice.
You can donate to The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease directly through its donation page (https://secure.givelively.org/donate/american-friends-of-the-intl-union-agnst-tuberculosis-lung-disease). UK charities typically accept online card payments, direct debit, and bank transfer. Many also use platforms such as JustGiving or Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). If you are a UK taxpayer, make sure to tick the Gift Aid box: it lets the charity reclaim 25p from HMRC for every pound you give at no extra cost to you. Higher-rate taxpayers can claim back the difference between basic-rate and their marginal rate through Self Assessment. Payroll Giving (Give As You Earn) lets you donate pre-tax through your employer.
Donations to The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease are eligible for Gift Aid if you are a UK income-tax or capital-gains-tax payer. Gift Aid adds 25% to your donation at no cost to you (the charity reclaims basic-rate tax from HMRC). Higher-rate and additional-rate taxpayers can also claim back the difference through Self Assessment or by adjusting their PAYE tax code. Gifts of shares, property, or land to charity are free of Capital Gains Tax and can be deducted from your income for Income Tax purposes. Legacy gifts (in your will) reduce the value of your estate for Inheritance Tax and can lower the IHT rate from 40% to 36% if you leave at least 10% to charity.
The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease is based in Edinburgh in Scotland. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.
The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease was first registered in 2008, making it approximately 18 years old. UK charities must file an annual return with the Charity Commission to remain on the register. A long registration history generally indicates sustained operations and continuous regulatory compliance.
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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease is in United Kingdom, a TGE (Transnational Giving Europe) member country. Dutch donors can route gifts via Stichting Transnational Giving Europe to receive Dutch ANBI-equivalent deductibility, subject to TGE's 5% pass-through fee.
The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease is registered in United Kingdom. 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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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Founding date · 2008
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Mission statementNo self-published statement of purpose
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Quick facts about The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease
- What is The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease?
- The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease is a education charitable company based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. We work to prevent and control tuberculosis, lung disease and NCDs as well as other related health problems on a worldwide basis, with a particular emphasis on low income countries. We do this by working on joint projects with our parent charity in France, in particular by organising world health conferences, publications and fundraising. 'the advancement of education','the advancement of health','the saving of lives' The objects of the Charity are the advancement of education, the advancement of health, the saving of lives and the reduction of premature deaths by conducting research, providing training, developing policy, offering technical assistance in the provision of health solutions and by seeking to strengthen health systems, in relation to tuberculosis, lung disease and non-communicable diseases (hereinafter referred to as ''NCDs'') and their risk factors, including but not limited to respiratory diseases, cardiovascular diseases, cancers and diabetes.
- When was The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease founded?
- The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease was founded in 2008.
- Where is The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease located?
- Headquartered in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom.
- What is The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately £100K-£1M. 100% of expenses go to program services.
- Is The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease trustworthy?
- The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 41 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 The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease's registration number?
- Registration: SC039880 (United Kingdom).
- What is The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease's website?
- https://www.theunion.org
- Are donations to The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom 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.