World Action Fund
To engage in long-term development efforts aimed at alleviating suffering by addressing the root causes of poverty, improved health, fostering sustainable solutions that protect, empower people
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To engage in long-term development efforts aimed at alleviating suffering by addressing the root causes of poverty, improved health, fostering sustainable solutions that protect, empower people
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To engage in long-term development efforts aimed at alleviating suffering by addressing the root causes of poverty, improved health, fostering sustainable solutions that protect, empower people
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyWorld Action Fund is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Arua, West Nile, Uganda. It is registered with the official charity registry of Uganda. It was founded in 2014 and has been operating for 12 years. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100 (Limited data available). This reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is above the average of 33/100 for animal welfare charities in Uganda.
World Action Fund 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 animal welfare charities in Uganda is 33/100.
World Action Fund is located in Arua, West Nile, Uganda. The organization was established in 2014 and has been active for 12 years.
World Action Fund is classified as a Animal Welfare organization, registered in Uganda.
World Action Fund has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. 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 engage in long-term development efforts aimed at alleviating suffering by addressing the root causes of poverty, improved health, fostering sustainable solutions that protect, empower people World Action Fund is classified as a animal welfare organization registered in Uganda. The organization was founded in 2014.
Among animal welfare charities registered in Uganda: World Action Fund's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100 is above the peer average of 33/100.
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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Uganda under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
World Action Fund is registered in Uganda. 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.
World Action Fund is registered in Uganda. 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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Humane World for Animals Encouraged as Reforms to Modernize Drug Testing Using Non-Animal Methods Continue at Food and Drug Administration - Sierra Sun Times
As USDA moves to address puppy mill cruelties, humane advocates push for stronger standards of care at commercial dog breeding facilities - Humane World for Animals
Kids invited to speak up for wild animals for World Wildlife Day on March 3 - Humane World for Animals
STATEMENT: Momentum builds to retire Oregon Primate Research Center animals - Humane World for Animals
Here are the wins for animals in just-passed US funding package - Humane World for Animals
Victory! EPA renews plans to eliminate animal testing by 2035 - Humane World for Animals
Northern Rocky Mountain Wolves Get Another Shot at Protections - Center for Biological Diversity
N2 Holding AirFence Fundraiser for RWAF - Roadracing World
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Quick facts about World Action Fund
- What is World Action Fund?
- World Action Fund is a animal welfare nonprofit organization based in Arua, Uganda. To engage in long-term development efforts aimed at alleviating suffering by addressing the root causes of poverty, improved health, fostering sustainable solutions that protect, empower people
- When was World Action Fund founded?
- World Action Fund was founded in 2014.
- Where is World Action Fund located?
- Headquartered in Arua, Uganda.
- Is World Action Fund trustworthy?
- World Action Fund 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 World Action Fund's website?
- https://wafuganda.org
- Are donations to World Action Fund tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Uganda 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.