Over the years, the Netherlands has become the preferred location for numerous international organizations when establishing a European office. Indeed, with a €5.3 billion giving market, the country offers plenty of opportunity and is a gateway to European funding. 

In this training, we will guide you through some of the best fundraising options for international NGOs in the Netherlands. We will share our first-hand knowledge and experiences in finding and seizing opportunities to diversify your funding sources.

• To navigate the Dutch foundations landscape — including donors such as the Postcode Lottery, IKEA Foundation and Porticus.
• How to find opportunities within the Dutch Government, including the current Focus funding frameworks (launched 2025 / 2026). 
• How to become visible in The Netherlands from abroad. 
• Do you need to have a Stichting”  (Dutch entity) or not, and what does it require to set it up? 
• How to get representation in The Netherlands? 
• The first steps in developing a solid Dutch fundraising strategy.
• Helpful tips to build and maintain successful donor relationships from a distance.

• One-day workshop from 10.00am to 5.00pm (online in shorter sessions is also possible). 
• Introductory level training aimed at fundraising/NGO professionals from outside the Netherlands. No specific prior education is required.
• Lunch, drinks and training material included.
• Pre-enroll now and we will get in touch about suitable training dates!