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To break the barriers those most in need face in achieving equitable outcomes in health, housing, education, employment and self-determination.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyThe Spectrum Foundation is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Auckland, New Zealand. It is registered with Charities Services New Zealand. It was founded in 2007 and has been operating for 19 years. Its registration number is CC10168. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 72/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. The organization reports NZ$117M in annual revenue. 7 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
The Spectrum Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 72/100. 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 72 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for arts & culture charities in New Zealand is 77/100.
The Spectrum Foundation is located in Auckland, New Zealand. The organization was established in 2007 and has been active for 19 years. Its registered address is 205 Great South Road, New Zealand.
Based on official tax filings, The Spectrum Foundation has NZ$117M in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of NZ$2M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
The Spectrum Foundation is classified as a Arts & Culture organization, registered in New Zealand. It operates as a 0. By size, it is categorized as a very-large organization. It has NZ$117M in annual revenue. The organization has 7 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for The Spectrum 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.
The Spectrum Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 72/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by Charities Services. 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.
To break the barriers those most in need face in achieving equitable outcomes in health, housing, education, employment and self-determination. The Spectrum Foundation is classified as a arts & culture organization registered in New Zealand. The organization was founded in 2007.
Among arts & culture charities registered in New Zealand: The Spectrum Foundation's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 72/100 is in line with the peer average of 77/100. Its annual revenue of NZ$117M is well above the peer average of NZ$2M.
The Spectrum Foundation is registered with Charities Services New Zealand. If the organization has donee status approved by Inland Revenue, individual donations over $5 qualify for a 33.33% tax credit. You can claim up to the lesser of your total donations or your taxable income.
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Filing history
2 years on file from nz_charities (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of New Zealand under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
The Spectrum Foundation is registered in New Zealand. 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 Spectrum Foundation is registered in New Zealand. 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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Officers & trustees (7)
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NeutralWe Rock the Spectrum announces Laredo grand opening for kids gym - Laredo Morning Times
New sensory play gym sets grand opening date - SiouxFalls.Business
We Rock the Spectrum: Gym for kids with autism, disabilities opening near GR - Yahoo
Disabled people welcome at Wellington’s new Fredrick Street social housing complex - Stuff
Celebrating fun and inclusivity: We Rock the Spectrum – Adelaide Grand Opening - KIDDO Mag
The Last Word: Spin the Spectrum's Courtney Willis on How DJ Training Can Help Autistic People - Dallas Innovates
We Rock the Spectrum gym opens in Madison for kids of all abilities - News Channel 5 Nashville
We Rock the Spectrum Kid’s Gym hosts grand opening on Oct. 1 - Racine County Eye
We Rock the Spectrum - The N'West Iowa REVIEW
We Rock the Spectrum Gym Interview - Autism Parenting Magazine
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- Charities Services New Zealand - 7 disclosed in the public registry.
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Quick facts about The Spectrum Foundation
- What is The Spectrum Foundation?
- The Spectrum Foundation is a arts & culture 0 based in Auckland, New Zealand. To break the barriers those most in need face in achieving equitable outcomes in health, housing, education, employment and self-determination.
- When was The Spectrum Foundation founded?
- The Spectrum Foundation was founded in 2007.
- Where is The Spectrum Foundation located?
- Headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand.
- What is The Spectrum Foundation's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately NZ$100M-NZ$1B.
- Is The Spectrum Foundation trustworthy?
- The Spectrum Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 72 out of 100 (Strong 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 Spectrum Foundation's registration number?
- Registration: CC10168 (New Zealand).
- What is The Spectrum Foundation's website?
- http://www.spectrumfoundation.co.nz
- Are donations to The Spectrum Foundation tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of New Zealand 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.