Xavier Science Foundation
Xavier Science Foundation, Inc.
Science, environment, and indigenous peoples programs in Cagayan de Oro
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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.
To advance child protection, indigenous peoples' rights, and sustainable food systems among rural and marginalized communities in Region X.
Xavier 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 …
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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.
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#8 of 248 education charities in the Philippines on integrity score
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Frequently asked questions about Xavier Science Foundation
Xavier 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, 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.
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.
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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.