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We have firmly brought public attention and awareness to pediatric brain cancer, still the #1 disease killer of young people. We have also infused interest and focus within the pediatric brain cancer industry. We have helped lead and shape the priorities for the sector. We continue to work closely with all research stakeholders and likeminded groups ensuring all investments made are directed to the areas of highest need and making the biggest impact. Our passion to change the odds and improve outcomes has helped create a movementthat includes our evergrowing brain cancer community, including nearly two dozen Legacy Families. We have made enormous strides, and with the help of our supporters have ensured better testing, more efficient clinical trials and …
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation has a substantially complete profile, sourced from the ACNC.
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- Its integrity score of 64 places it in the top 25% of the 7,078 health charities in Australia GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its registration. View this cohort
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyThe Robert Connor Dawes Foundation is a registered health nonprofit based in Sandringham, Victoria, Australia. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). It was founded in 2013 and has been operating for 13 years. Its registration number is 49126106682. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) endorsement from the Australian Taxation Office, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization meets the ATO's endorsement requirements. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 64/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports A$3M in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected.
The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation's official registration number is 49126106682, as recorded in the national registry of Australia.
The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 64/100. 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 64 ('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 health charities in Australia is 66/100.
The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation is located in Sandringham, Victoria, Australia. The organization was established in 2013 and has been active for 13 years. Its registered address is 39 Royal Avenue, Sandringham, Victoria, Australia.
Based on official tax filings, The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation has A$3M in annual revenue. Its revenue is below the peer average of A$8M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation is classified as a Health organization, registered in Australia. It operates as a Fixed Trust. By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has A$3M in annual revenue.
No red flags have been detected for The Robert Connor Dawes 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.
According to GiveRadar's records, The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation holds Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) endorsement from the Australian Taxation Office, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization meets the ATO's endorsement requirements. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). 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 have firmly brought public attention and awareness to pediatric brain cancer, still the #1 disease killer of young people. We have also infused interest and focus within the pediatric brain cancer industry. We have helped lead and shape the priorities for the sector. We continue to work closely with all research stakeholders and likeminded groups ensuring all investments made are directed to the areas of highest need and making the biggest impact. Our passion to change the odds and improve outcomes has helped create a movementthat includes our evergrowing brain cancer community, including nearly two dozen Legacy Families. We have made enormous strides, and with the help of our... The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation is classified as a health organization registered in Australia. The organization was founded in 2013.
Among health charities registered in Australia: Its annual revenue of A$3M is below the peer average of A$8M.
Yes - The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation is endorsed by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR), so gifts of $2 or more are tax-deductible for Australian donors. GiveRadar verifies this against the official Australian Business Register and re-checks it weekly. Keep your receipt for your tax return.
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5 years on file from ACNC (Australia) (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Australian donations are deductible if The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation holds DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status from the ATO. Check the DGR register before claiming.
The Robert Connor Dawes 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 Robert Connor Dawes 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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Founding date · 2013
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Mission statementNo self-published statement of purpose
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Quick facts about The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation
- What is The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation?
- The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation is a health fixed trust based in Sandringham, Australia. We have firmly brought public attention and awareness to pediatric brain cancer, still the #1 disease killer of young people. We have also infused interest and focus within the pediatric brain cancer industry. We have helped lead and shape the priorities for the sector. We continue to work closely with all research stakeholders and likeminded groups ensuring all investments made are directed to the areas of highest need and making the biggest impact. Our passion to change the odds and improve outcomes has helped create a movementthat includes our evergrowing brain cancer community, including nearly two dozen Legacy Families. We have made enormous strides, and with the help of our supporters have ensured better testing, more efficient clinical trials and funded new PhDs and Fellows working on exciting science.
- When was The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation founded?
- The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation was founded in 2013.
- Where is The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation located?
- Headquartered in Sandringham, Victoria, Australia.
- What is The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately A$1M-A$10M.
- Is The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation trustworthy?
- The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 64 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 Robert Connor Dawes Foundation's registration number?
- Registration: 49126106682 (Australia).
- What is The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation's website?
- https://www.rcdfoundation.org
- Are donations to The Robert Connor Dawes 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.