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Support the Future of Skilled Crafts – Make a Lasting Impact!

Every donation to Stiftung Handwerk stiftet Zukunft comes with a donation receipt for your tax records. If you prefer, we can also provide an annual summary of your donations—just get in touch.

Thanks to generous changes in German tax law (effective since January 1, 2007), donations are tax-deductible up to 20% of your income, and capital endowments up to €1 million. Plus, unused deduction amounts can be carried forward indefinitely, so your contribution continues to benefit you for years to come. Corporations also enjoy expanded donation opportunities.

Use this advantage to support our mission by making an endowment contribution today—and help secure skilled trades training for tomorrow’s workforce.

Why Donate?

Support the future of skilled trades – with your gift today.

Your donation to Stiftung Handwerk stiftet Zukunft helps us empower young people, strengthen vocational training, and secure the future of the skilled trades. Whether it's through direct project funding, mentoring, or endowment contributions, your support makes a lasting difference.

What impact does my donation have?

Every contribution helps:

  • Create and support apprenticeship opportunities

  • Fund innovative educational projects

  • Improve training quality in Berlin’s skilled trades

  • Provide guidance and mentorship for young people

  • Build a stronger, more sustainable craft sector

Can I decide how my donation is used?

Yes, you are welcome to include a specific purpose with your donation (a “keyword”).
However, we warmly encourage unrestricted donations, which give us the flexibility to use your support where it is most urgently needed.

What are the tax benefits of donating?

German tax law offers generous benefits for charitable giving:

  • Donations are tax-deductible up to 20% of your total annual income

  • Endowments (capital contributions) are deductible up to €1 million

  • Unused deduction amounts can be carried forward indefinitely
    (e.g., a donation from 2010 can still be claimed five years later)

  • Corporate donations also benefit from expanded deductions
    (See the law: Gesetz zur weiteren Stärkung des bürgerschaftlichen Engagements, Oct 15, 2007)

You’ll receive a donation receipt after each gift.
For an annual donation summary, simply contact us.

Can I give regularly or donate for special occasions?

Absolutely! There are many ways to support:

  • Set up a standing order and become a regular supporter

  • Mark a special occasion (birthday, anniversary, company event) with a donation

  • Ask your guests to donate in lieu of gifts or flowers

  • Collect donations at your company’s next event or trade fair

  • Consider a legacy donation in your will

  • Replace client Christmas gifts with a donation

Donation Account Details

Stiftung Handwerk stiftet Zukunft
Account Number: 20 000 18 000
Bank Code (BLZ): 100 900 00
Bank: Berliner Volksbank

IBAN: DE76 1009 0000 2000 0180 00
BIC: BEVODEBBXXX