The Future of Cross-Border Giving in Europe

Practical solutions for tax-efficient international fundraising.

Philanthropy in Europe remains largely tax-inefficient, creating barriers for fundraisers seeking international donations. Despite the EU’s fundamental freedoms, cross-border giving still faces unequal tax treatment, limiting the ability of nonprofits to attract foreign donors.

This workshop will provide actionable solutions to help you navigate these challenges. You will explore best practices, real-world case studies, and strategic insights to unlock international support. Through expert guidance, you will learn how charities, museums, and other nonprofit organisations are successfully expanding their fundraising reach, engaging global donors, and overcoming tax-related obstacles.

By mastering transnational giving frameworks, you will gain the tools to facilitate tax-effective cross-border donations—without establishing foreign entities. This session is designed for those looking to break through the limitations of national philanthropy and harness the full potential of international giving.

Learning outcomes

  • Develop strategies to engage expatriates, multinational corporations, and foreign alumni for international fundraising.
  • Understand cross-border tax inefficiencies and learn how to leverage transnational giving solutions to provide donors with tax advantages.
  • Discover the value of diversifying your fundraising plans through internationalisation opportunities.

Speakers

Sotiris Petropoulos
Co-Founder, HIGGS Foundation
Stéphanie Smets
International Philanthropy Advisor, King Baudouin Foundation