‘Unravelling philanthropy’ is a Dutch-language postgraduate module within the Philanthropy programme at VU Amsterdam. Designed for mid-career and senior professionals, the module explores why people give, how philanthropy has developed in the Netherlands, and how philanthropy differ across countries. Read more.
Through two interactive sessions, professors, researchers, and experienced professionals combine scientific depth, practice-oriented application, and current developments to deepen your understanding of philanthropy in society. The module provides tools and perspectives that can be applied directly to your professional practice.
The module can be taken as a standalone course or as part of the full Philanthropy programme. Upon successful completion, you will receive a module certificate. The training programme is part of Center for Philanthropic Studies.
‘Unravelling philanthropy’ at a glance
- Duration: 2 sessions
- Dates: Thursday 28 January and Thursday 11 February 2027
- Language: Dutch
- Location: NU Building, De Boelelaan 1111, Amsterdam
- Entry requirements: There are no specific entry requirements. However, a higher professional or academic level of working and thinking is recommended.
- Tuition fee: €1,650 per module. €1,400 per module for VU alumni and members of Goede Doelen Nederland. If you take all five modules, the fee is €7,500 (standard rate) or €6,500 (reduced rate). All fees are exempt from VAT.
This module is in Dutch. View the full program details for ‘Unravelling philanthropy’.