Webinar Establishing Your Non-Profit in The Netherlands

The Hague is a global hub for international non-profit organisations and NGOs. As the International City of Peace and Justice, it offers a unique ecosystem for organisations committed to making a difference worldwide.

Whether your organisation is considering relocation or establishing a new legal entity in the Netherlands, understanding the Dutch legal and tax landscape is essential to ensuring a smooth transition and sustainable operations.

This webinar provides practical guidance on both the strategic advantages of The Hague and the legal framework governing non-profit organisations in the Netherlands.

The session is organised by The Hague & Partners and The Hague Humanity Hub, in collaboration with Bird & Bird.

Programme Overview

Why The Hague?
Representatives from The Hague & Partners and The Hague Humanity Hub will introduce:

• The strategic advantages of establishing your organisation in The Hague
• The city’s international ecosystem for NGOs
• The role of The Hague Humanity Hub in supporting organisations working on peace, justice and humanitarian impact

Navigating the Dutch Legal Framework
During the webinar, legal experts from Bird & Bird will guide participants through the key Dutch corporate law, tax and practical considerations when setting up a non-profit organisation in The Hague.

The agenda will cover the following areas:

• An exploration of both non-profit foundations (stichtingen) and associations (verenigingen) to help organisations determine which legal entity is most appropriate for their mission and activities.
• A practical clarification of how to incorporate a Dutch foundation or association, including the main legal steps and formal requirements.
• Who makes the decisions? A discussion of the internal organisation of both Dutch foundations and associations, including different board structures.
• A high-level introduction to reporting and publication requirements applicable to Dutch foundations and associations under Dutch corporate law.
• What the ANBI status (Public Benefit Organisation status) is, why it is valuable, and the key requirements to obtain and maintain it.

Who should attend?

This session is designed for:

• International NGOs and foundations considering relocation to the Netherlands
• Civil society organisations seeking to establish a European legal presence
• Organisations assessing the legal and tax implications of operating in the Netherlands
• Executive leadership, board members and legal advisors