// Nonprofit & Ministry
International foundations and nonprofits operating across borders need structures that satisfy multiple jurisdictions' charity laws simultaneously. Swiss foundations, Dutch stichtings, and Liechtenstein structures provide neutral, credible governance for global charitable work. We structure nonprofits for compliance, tax efficiency, and operational freedom.
Book Your Consultation// The Problem
Operating in multiple countries means complying with each country's charity laws, tax rules, and reporting requirements simultaneously. Without proper structure, compliance gaps create existential risk.
Donors in different countries want tax deductions. Each country has different rules for deductible giving. Your structure must accommodate donors from multiple tax jurisdictions.
International funders, governments, and partners require transparent governance: independent boards, financial audits, and operational reporting. Informal structures don't cut it at scale.
// The Solution
Neutral, credible jurisdictions for global charitable operations.
Gold standard for international nonprofits. Swiss Federal Supervisory Authority oversight. Tax-exempt for qualifying purposes. Globally recognized. Best for: large international foundations.
Flexible. EU-based. Dutch foundation structure. No members or shareholders. EU base. Best for: European-focused nonprofits.
Privacy + charitable purpose. Strong foundation law. Privacy protections. Tax-exempt. Best for: foundations wanting privacy and European credibility.
US tax-exempt with global reach. US foundation with international operations. Donor deductions for US givers. Best for: US-connected international nonprofits.
Your charitable work shouldn't be limited by structural gaps. 30-minute consultation — no obligation.
// Structure
Parent foundation (Swiss/Dutch/Liechtenstein) provides governance and fundraising. Country-specific affiliates handle local operations. Donor-advised structure accommodates tax deductions in multiple jurisdictions. Centralized governance with decentralized operations.
"International education nonprofit operating in 12 countries. Swiss foundation as parent, local affiliates in each country. Donors from US, UK, Germany, and Switzerland — all get tax deductions through country-specific giving entities. Governance is centralized and transparent. Growth from $1M to $8M in annual donations since restructuring."
// Important
International foundations need independent board members, clear governance policies, and regular board meetings. We help establish governance that satisfies regulators and donors.
Consolidated financial reporting across multiple entities and countries is complex. We coordinate with auditors who specialize in international nonprofit accounting.
Each donor country has different rules for recognizing charitable contributions. We structure giving channels to maximize donor tax benefits.
// FAQ
Switzerland for maximum credibility. Netherlands for flexibility. Liechtenstein for privacy. US for American donors. We recommend based on your donor base, operations, and governance needs. Book a consultation.
Swiss foundation: $20K-$50K setup. Dutch stichting: $8K-$15K. Annual governance: $10K-$30K. Total depends on complexity and number of operating countries. Book a consultation for detailed budgeting.
Yes — with proper structure. Country-specific giving entities (US 501(c)(3), UK charity, German gemeinnützige GmbH) under the international foundation umbrella. Each entity accepts donations and provides local tax receipts. Book a consultation to design your donor structure.
Central governance + local compliance. The parent foundation sets policies. Local affiliates comply with local law. We coordinate cross-border compliance and reporting. Book a consultation.
Major donors and grant-makers typically require audited financials. International operations make this more complex. We connect you with auditors experienced in multi-country nonprofit accounting. Book a consultation.
// Related Solutions
Proper structure enables global charitable work. Book a consultation — 30 minutes, no obligation.