Implications of the new Dutch international development budget

The Dutch government’s newly proposed international development budget introduces drastic cuts that will reshape the sector. Starting with a €300 million reduction in 2025 and escalating to €2.4 billion by 2027, the cuts will affect all key sectors, including Water Management, Food Security, and Global Health. Even more concerning is the decision to decouple Official Development Assistance (ODA) from economic growth, which may further diminish funding in the future.

Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) face a particularly challenging landscape, with their role reduced to a more limited, service-oriented function. The uncertainty surrounding future funding and tax deductibility for corporate donations compounds these issues, threatening the financial stability of many organizations.

Our white paper provides a detailed analysis of these changes, exploring what they mean for the sector and offering practical strategies for organizations to navigate this new environment. Download the full report to better understand the implications and prepare for the challenges ahead.

On 18 September, HVFC organized a brown bag lunch session with The Hague Humanity Hub to discuss our reflections and analyses of the budget announcements with Koos de Bruijn, Director of Advocacy and Political Advocacy at Partos. For those who couldn’t attend or want to revisit the insights, the recording is now available.