Each year, hundreds of European Foundations make donations totalling around $500m to US nonprofits. Our business is helping US nonprofits connect with European and UK grant-makers.
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These are some of the European funder resources we use:
- Donors and Foundations Networks in Europe (DAFNE)
- Fundraso
- European Foundation Centre
- Philea (Philanthropy Europe Association)
- Federal Association of German Foundations
Current Trends in European Foundation Grant-Making
European foundation grant-making is currently navigating a complex landscape defined by persistent social challenges and new operational pressures. A primary trend is the sharp focus on systemic issues, with climate change and the green transition topping the agenda. Foundations are increasingly moving beyond isolated environmental projects to fund systemic solutions for sustainability and climate mitigation.
Alongside this, digital transformation and social inclusion remain critical priorities. Funders are supporting projects that harness technology for social good while also addressing the digital divide and its impact on inequality. There is a strong emphasis on strengthening democracy, supporting human rights, and promoting social equity, particularly in response to ongoing geopolitical instability.
Operationally, foundations face a surge in demand for funding, partly driven by the increased use of AI in preparing applications. This is prompting a shift in practice, with many funders accelerating their move towards more flexible, trust-based philanthropy. This approach favors unrestricted, multi-year grants to provide non-profits with greater stability. Finally, collaboration is a key theme, with a growing push for foundations to partner across borders and sectors, including with public bodies, to scale their impact.