Encouraging philanthropy
Facilitating philanthropy in Belgium, Europe and elsewhere in the world.
When citizens, civil society organisations or businesses contribute to initiatives in the public interest, they are participating in a long tradition of helping humanity to progress - namely philanthropy. Their activities fulfil an indispensable and innovative role that is complementary to that of government bodies, voluntary associations and the private sector that work for civil society. Encouraging and facilitating such philanthropy in Belgium, Europe and elsewhere in the world lies at the heart of the missions undertaken by the King Baudouin Foundation.
Our activities
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we support individuals and businesses that want to commit to building a better world through their activities
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we promote philanthropy at local, national and international levels by organising the Spring of Philanthropy and the Barometer of Philanthropy
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we boost our role as a key player in the field of philanthropy in Europe, while maintaining our leadership in Belgium
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and we produce publications for the general public regarding social issues identified within the framework of notarial work, together with the Belgian Fédération du Notariat (Federation of Notaries).
Encouraging philanthropy is part of the programme Social engagement
Calls for projects
Culturele Mecenaatsrekening - 2023B
Raising funds in total transparency for an original cultural project,conducted with a precise budget and timetable. Donors receive a certificate fortax deduction (for donations o
Soon to be closed!2023C- Project Accounts - King Baudouin Foundation
The Foundation helps collect funds for innovative projects which serve the general interest. The donations for project accounts are tax deductable.
Selection announced2023A - Project Accounts - King Baudouin Foundation
The Foundation helps collect funds for innovative projects which serve the general interest. The donations for project accounts are tax deductable.
Selection announcedGrantees
Rotary International (Europe/Africa Office)
This application is for scholarship GG2350747 for Dabilaninge Lwenj, who wishes to pursue a Master's degree in Water & Sanitation at IHE Delft.
Hôpital sans frontière
With the help of volunteer doctors, adapting first aid kits and medical equipment to the war situation and sending them to Ukraine
Rotary International (Europe/Africa Office)
Support humanitarian projects initiated and implemented by Rotary members in Belgium, Europe and elsewhere in the world
Publications & data
Events
Be Philanthropy 2023
An event around philanthropy in all its facets that took place on 27 April 2023 at Autoworld Brussels.
Funds and philanthropic tools
Rotary Belgium (Fund)
Improving the living conditions of the population in a sustainable way by supporting projects of general interest at Belgian or international level and contributing to initiative…
Melexis (Philanthropic Action)
Supporting vulnerable people at home and abroad in life-threatening or degrading situations.
SPES-Forum (Friends of Fund)
Philanthropists support projects of non-profit organization SPES Forum to promote spirituality in economy and society.
Press Releases
Be Philanthropy 2023
An event to promote philanthropy, reflect on its social role and inspire Belgian and European philanthropists in their commitment.
Earthquake in Turkey and Syria: solidarity with the victims
Following the earthquake in Turkey and Syria, the KBF is making its philanthropic tools and network available to philanthropists who want to show solidarity with the victims.
Myriad, the new alliance for borderless giving is launched
With Give2Asia, the King Baudouin Foundation and its affiliates in North America have created the Myriad alliance to ease and encourage borderless giving worldwide.
Stories
‘Memories of Forgotten Beings’: a musical journey through time, space and sound
Encouraging philanthropy
"Philanthropy is something we often look at from the top down. I wanted a voice from the bottom up."
A mountain climb to regain self-confidence
Encouraging philanthropy
"For a young person, being able to say 'I can do that' is a great support for the future.”