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Protecting Nature- nature laws that work, stop new fossil fuels, ending deforestation & biodiv loss: Biodiversity
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyThe Wilderness Society is a registered environment nonprofit based in Hobart, Tas, Australia. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). It was founded in 1976 and has been operating for 50 years. Its registration number is 18611229086. 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 56/100 for environment charities in Australia. The organization reports A$12M in annual revenue.
The Wilderness Society 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 56/100.
The Wilderness Society is located in Hobart, Tas, Australia. The organization was established in 1976 and has been active for 50 years. Its registered address is Gpo Box 716, Australia.
Based on official tax filings, The Wilderness Society has A$12M 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 Wilderness Society is classified as a Environment organization, registered in Australia. It operates as a Large. By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has A$12M in annual revenue.
The Wilderness Society 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. Visit the The Wilderness Society profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
Protecting Nature- nature laws that work, stop new fossil fuels, ending deforestation & biodiv loss: Biodiversity The Wilderness Society is classified as a environment organization registered in Australia. The organization was founded in 1976.
Among environment charities registered in Australia: The Wilderness Society's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100 is below the peer average of 56/100. Its annual revenue of A$12M is well above the peer average of A$2M.
The Wilderness Society 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 Wilderness Society holds DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status from the ATO. Check the DGR register before claiming.
The Wilderness Society 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 Wilderness Society 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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NeutralSteve Pearce confirmed: What to watch for at BLM - The Wilderness Society
Final BLM notice scraps milestone “Public Lands Rule” - The Wilderness Society
What’s at stake with the repeal of the BLM Public Lands Rule - The Wilderness Society
Alaska’s iconic and vital lands are under attack - The Wilderness Society
Santos and NOPSEMA in courtroom face off against environmental group - Energy News Bulletin
Administration moves to revoke protections for Greater Chaco - The Wilderness Society
Our public lands are “Not for Sale” - The Wilderness Society
The Wilderness Society appoints Tami B. Smith as VP of people and culture - The Wilderness Society
The Wilderness Society names Abby Tinsley senior VP of conservation programs - The Wilderness Society
Our Common Ground: National monuments at risk - The Wilderness Society
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Quick facts about The Wilderness Society
- What is The Wilderness Society?
- The Wilderness Society is a environment large based in Hobart, Australia. Protecting Nature- nature laws that work, stop new fossil fuels, ending deforestation & biodiv loss: Biodiversity
- When was The Wilderness Society founded?
- The Wilderness Society was founded in 1976.
- Where is The Wilderness Society located?
- Headquartered in Hobart, Australia.
- What is The Wilderness Society's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2022 is approximately A$10M-A$100M.
- Is The Wilderness Society trustworthy?
- The Wilderness Society 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 Wilderness Society's registration number?
- Registration: 18611229086 (Australia).
- What is The Wilderness Society's website?
- https://www.wilderness.org.au/
- Are donations to The Wilderness Society 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.