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To operate the Paddle steamer Waimarie and the Whanganui Riverboat Museum. To assist in preserving the Waimarie and Whanganui River Lore and to be a major attraction to visitors to Whanganui. The Trust therefore provides skilled employment, training, delivers education to school children and the wider public and enhances the economic wellbeing of Whanganui.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyWaimarie Operating Trust is a registered education nonprofit based in Wanganui, New Zealand. It is registered with Charities Services New Zealand. It was founded in 2008 and has been operating for 18 years. Its registration number is CC23060. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 67/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. This is below the average of 77/100 for education charities in New Zealand. The organization reports NZ$429K in annual revenue. 5 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Waimarie Operating Trust has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 67/100. 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 67 ('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 education charities in New Zealand is 77/100.
Waimarie Operating Trust is located in Wanganui, New Zealand. The organization was established in 2008 and has been active for 18 years. Its registered address is 1A Taupo Quay, Red Acct. P O Box 880, New Zealand.
Based on official tax filings, Waimarie Operating Trust has NZ$429K in annual revenue. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Waimarie Operating Trust is classified as a Education organization, registered in New Zealand. It operates as a 1. By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has NZ$429K in annual revenue. The organization has 5 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Waimarie Operating Trust. 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.
Waimarie Operating Trust has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 67/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen 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 operate the Paddle steamer Waimarie and the Whanganui Riverboat Museum. To assist in preserving the Waimarie and Whanganui River Lore and to be a major attraction to visitors to Whanganui. The Trust therefore provides skilled employment, training, delivers education to school children and the wider public and enhances the economic wellbeing of Whanganui. Waimarie Operating Trust is classified as a education organization registered in New Zealand. The organization was founded in 2008.
Among education charities registered in New Zealand: Waimarie Operating Trust's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 67/100 is below the peer average of 77/100. Its annual revenue of NZ$429K is comparable to the peer average of NZ$493K.
Waimarie Operating Trust 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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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of New Zealand under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
Waimarie Operating Trust 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.
Waimarie Operating Trust 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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Sentiment
Neutral'Just the beginning': New exploration experience launches in Whanganui - NZ Herald
International skipper praises Whanganui’s historic paddle steamer - NZ Herald
Whanganui's iconic paddle steamer celebrates double anniversary - RNZ
NZ’s oldest in-use paddle steamer celebrates 125-year journey - NZ Herald
Nostalgic experience - Whanganui’s Waimarie sailing soon - NZ Herald
The Waimarie is once again extending its operating season - NZ Herald
Historic riverboat to sail once again on Whanganui River - Te Ao Māori News
Waimarie steamer records best season yet, with local visitors driving numbers - NZ Herald
PS Waimarie gearing up for summer season - NZ Herald
Extra $70,000 for the Waimarie - NZ Herald
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- Charities Services New Zealand - 5 disclosed in the public registry.
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Quick facts about Waimarie Operating Trust
- What is Waimarie Operating Trust?
- Waimarie Operating Trust is a education 1 based in Wanganui, New Zealand. To operate the Paddle steamer Waimarie and the Whanganui Riverboat Museum. To assist in preserving the Waimarie and Whanganui River Lore and to be a major attraction to visitors to Whanganui. The Trust therefore provides skilled employment, training, delivers education to school children and the wider public and enhances the economic wellbeing of Whanganui.
- When was Waimarie Operating Trust founded?
- Waimarie Operating Trust was founded in 2008.
- Where is Waimarie Operating Trust located?
- Headquartered in Wanganui, New Zealand.
- What is Waimarie Operating Trust's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately NZ$100K-NZ$1M.
- Is Waimarie Operating Trust trustworthy?
- Waimarie Operating Trust has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 67 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 Waimarie Operating Trust's registration number?
- Registration: CC23060 (New Zealand).
- What is Waimarie Operating Trust's website?
- http://www.waimarie.co.nz
- Are donations to Waimarie Operating Trust 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.