The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited
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We operate primarily as an animal cruelty inspectorate and animal shelter and also provide veterinary services and other related services which includes puppy training, cat boarding, animal retail and educational programs for children.
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GiveRadar's verified records show The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited with a substantially complete profile, sourced from the ACNC.
- Established in 1955, it is among the oldest animal welfare charities in Australia GiveRadar tracks. View this cohort
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 93% of the 786 animal welfare charities in Australia with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- Its integrity score of 64 places it in the top 10% of the 1,018 animal welfare 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 Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Weston, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). It was founded in 1955 and has been operating for 71 years. Its registration number is 35730738037. 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$6M in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected.
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited's official registration number is 35730738037, as recorded in the national registry of Australia.
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited 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 animal welfare charities in Australia is 66/100.
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited is located in Weston, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. The organization was established in 1955 and has been active for 71 years. Its registered address is 12 Kirkpatrick St, Weston, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
Based on official tax filings, The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited has A$6M in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of A$799K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited is classified as an Animal Welfare organization, registered in Australia. It operates as an Other Incorporated Entity. By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has A$6M in annual revenue.
No red flags have been detected for The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited. 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 Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited 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 operate primarily as an animal cruelty inspectorate and animal shelter and also provide veterinary services and other related services which includes puppy training, cat boarding, animal retail and educational programs for children. The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited is classified as an animal welfare organization registered in Australia. The organization was founded in 1955.
Among animal welfare charities registered in Australia: Its annual revenue of A$6M is well above the peer average of A$799K.
Yes - The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited 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.
Filing history
5 years on file from ACNC (Australia) (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Australian donations are deductible if The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited holds DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status from the ATO. Check the DGR register before claiming.
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited 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 Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited 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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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC)
- Financial filings
- Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1955
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Named leadershipBoard and officer list not yet indexed
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Mission statementNo self-published statement of purpose
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
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Quick facts about The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited
- What is The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited?
- The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited is a animal welfare other incorporated entity based in Weston, Australia. We operate primarily as an animal cruelty inspectorate and animal shelter and also provide veterinary services and other related services which includes puppy training, cat boarding, animal retail and educational programs for children.
- When was The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited founded?
- The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited was founded in 1955.
- Where is The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited located?
- Headquartered in Weston, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
- What is The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately A$1M-A$10M.
- Is The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited trustworthy?
- The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited 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 Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited's registration number?
- Registration: 35730738037 (Australia).
- What is The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited's website?
- https://www.rspca-act.org.au
- Are donations to The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ACT) Limited 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.