Xavier Science Foundation
Science, environment, and indigenous peoples programs in Cagayan de Oro
Xavier Science Foundation, Inc.
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Visit www.xu.edu.phAbout Xavier Science Foundation
Xavier Science Foundation, Inc. is based in Cagayan de Oro City and operates as a resource agency across Region X. It works in three primary areas: child protection and development, indigenous peoples and environmental stewardship, and sustainable food systems. Its clientele includes children, indigenous peoples, smallholder farmers, fisherfolk, rural households, local civil society organizations, peoples organizations, and community-based groups.
Mission
To advance child protection, indigenous peoples' rights, and sustainable food systems among rural and marginalized communities in Region X.
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereFounding story
· Founding, renaming & milestonesXavier Science Foundation, Inc. (XSF) is a non-stock, non-profit NGO founded on September 13, 1968 by Fr. William F. Masterson, SJ, with a vision to develop Mindanao as a center for agricultural development. Affiliated with Xavier University in Cagayan de …
How it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar education in PhilippinesConcerns
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GiveRadar's verified records show Xavier Science Foundation with a partial profile, sourced from PCNC.
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable charities, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- It is one of the better-documented education charities in the Philippines GiveRadar currently tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its governance and its contact details. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyXavier Science Foundation is a registered education nonprofit based in Cagayan de Oro City, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. It is registered with the Philippine Council for NGO Certification (PCNC). It was founded in 1968 and has been operating for 58 years. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 51/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate.
Xavier Science Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 51/100. 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 51 ('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 Philippines is 57/100.
Xavier Science Foundation is located in Cagayan de Oro City, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The organization was established in 1968 and has been active for 58 years.
Xavier Science Foundation is classified as an Education organization, registered in Philippines. It operates as a Foundation.
According to GiveRadar's records, Xavier Science Foundation is registered with the Philippine Council for NGO Certification (PCNC) and overseen by PCNC. 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.
Xavier Science Foundation, Inc. is based in Cagayan de Oro City and operates as a resource agency across Region X. It works in three primary areas: child protection and development, indigenous peoples and environmental stewardship, and sustainable food systems. Its clientele includes children, indigenous peoples, smallholder farmers, fisherfolk, rural households, local civil society organizations, peoples organizations, and community-based groups. Xavier Science Foundation is classified as an education organization registered in Philippines. The organization was founded in 1968.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Philippines under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
Xavier Science Foundation, Inc. is registered in Philippines. 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.
Xavier Science Foundation, Inc. is registered in Philippines. 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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Leadership
Latest news
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DENR, Xavier Science Foundation ink partnership for Mt. Tago initiatives, environmental programs - Philippine Information Agency
How Xavier Turned His Life into a Story Worth Telling - Sanofi
St. Xavier High School mourning sudden death of science teacher - WLWT
CFD investigates chemical spill at Saint Xavier science lab - ABC7 Chicago
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Philippine Council for NGO Certification (PCNC)
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
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Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Named leadership · Lead officer named
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Mission statement · Published
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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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Founding date · 1968
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Financial dataNo annual financial filings on file
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Government registrationNo public registry ID
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
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Tax-deductibilityNot verified
Methodology
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Quick facts about Xavier Science Foundation
- What is Xavier Science Foundation?
- Xavier Science Foundation is a education foundation based in Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines. Xavier Science Foundation, Inc. is based in Cagayan de Oro City and operates as a resource agency across Region X. It works in three primary areas: child protection and development, indigenous peoples and environmental stewardship, and sustainable food systems. Its clientele includes children, indigenous peoples, smallholder farmers, fisherfolk, rural households, local civil society organizations, peoples organizations, and community-based groups.
- When was Xavier Science Foundation founded?
- Xavier Science Foundation was founded in 1968.
- Who leads Xavier Science Foundation?
- Fr. Roberto C. Yap,FSC serves as President.
- Where is Xavier Science Foundation located?
- Headquartered in Cagayan de Oro City, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
- Is Xavier Science Foundation trustworthy?
- Xavier Science Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 51 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 Xavier Science Foundation's website?
- https://www.xu.edu.ph/xavier-science-foundation
- Are donations to Xavier Science Foundation tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Philippines 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.