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Prof. Dr. Marc Gottschald

Centre for Philanthropy

Vier Personen im Business Outfit vor dem Gebäude der Universität Liechtenstein.

The Centre for Philanthropy sees itself as an academic centre of competence, a pathfinder for practice and a bridge-builder between different stakeholders on the topic of philanthropy in Liechtenstein. The work of the Centre is based on three pillars: research, teaching and consulting.

Building on Liechtenstein’s rich traditions of giving, the Centre researches and conveys existing and future forms of philanthropy.

Vier Personen im Business Outfit vor dem Gebäude der Universität Liechtenstein.

The Centre for Philanthropy conducts research for and on the philanthropy hub Liechtenstein, recording actors, engagements and framework conditions both qualitatively and quantitatively. It analyses global knowledge and megatrends in the field of philanthropy.

The theme of teaching plays a central role at the Centre for Philanthropy. Among other things, in block seminars (interdisciplinary elective courses) in bachelor's and master's degree programmes as well as in professional education, including within the framework of the LL.M. and the EMBA programme, the Centre imparts expertise on philanthropy and the management of charitable foundations and provides insights into current debates.

As part of its transfer activities, the Centre for Philanthropy sees itself as the primary point of contact for the future topic of philanthropy. Issues include, among others, the further development of the philanthropy hub Liechtenstein as well as individual charitable initiatives.

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First Philanthropy Report Creates Transparency in Liechtenstein’s Foundation and Non-Profit Sector

The Center for Philanthropy at the University of Liechtenstein has published the country’s first comprehensive philanthropy report. Closing a long-standing data gap, the report provides—in a systematic and scientifically grounded manner—a clear overview of Liechtenstein’s foundation and non-profit association sector for the first time.

01. December 2025 Research Society Philanthropy University
Außenansicht der Universität Liechtenstein mit modernem Glasgebäude und Bergkulisse im Hintergrund, umgeben von grüner Wiese. Außenansicht der Universität Liechtenstein mit modernem Glasgebäude und Bergkulisse im Hintergrund, umgeben von grüner Wiese.
Ranked First Worldwide: Liechtenstein Once Again the Top Location for Philanthropic Engagement

In 2025, the Principality of Liechtenstein has once again been ranked the best location in the world for charitable foundations and philanthropic engagement. This is the result of the 2025 Global Philanthropy Environment Index (GPEI), recently published by the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University. Liechtenstein has thus maintained its leading position, which it first achieved in the 2022 edition of the GPEI.

02. June 2025 Company, Foundation and Trust Law Philanthropy University
Illustration von vier stilisierten Personen, die auf geometrischen Formen balancieren und zusammenarbeiten. Eine Person reicht einer anderen ein abstraktes Objekt. Die Szene symbolisiert Teamarbeit und Kooperation. Illustration von vier stilisierten Personen, die auf geometrischen Formen balancieren und zusammenarbeiten. Eine Person reicht einer anderen ein abstraktes Objekt. Die Szene symbolisiert Teamarbeit und Kooperation.
First Study of Its Kind: University Analysis Reveals the Rich Diversity of Liechtenstein’s Association Landscape

Liechtenstein has the highest density of associations in the German-speaking world. The top field of activity is “Culture and Music.”

20. June 2024 Society Philanthropy Research
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Philanthropy Report Liechtenstein

The first Philanthropy Report for Liechtenstein provides a systematic overview of the foundation and association sector.

To the Report
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Associations and Fields of Activity in Liechtenstein 2024

Liechtenstein has 879 active associations. Cultural and sports associations are particularly well represented.

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Illustration von vier stilisierten Personen, die auf geometrischen Formen balancieren und zusammenarbeiten. Eine Person reicht einer anderen ein abstraktes Objekt. Die Szene symbolisiert Teamarbeit und Kooperation.
Associations and Fields of Activity in Liechtenstein 2023

The first comprehensive survey of the association landscape shows that Liechtenstein has 851 associations.

About the Study
Philanthropy Talks Website
Philanthropy Talks: The Podcast on Volunteering in Liechtenstein

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Prof. Dr. Marc Gottschald
Director Center for Philantrophy - Center for Philanthropy Vice Dean - Liechtenstein Business Law School
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Nathalie Eulenstein MSc
Project Manager - Center for Philanthropy
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Antonia Kuster-Dürr
Assistant - Dean's Office Liechtenstein Business Law School
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Michael Nenning MSc
Project Team Member - Center for Philanthropy
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Prof. Dr. Marc Gottschald
Director Center for Philantrophy - Center for Philanthropy Vice Dean - Liechtenstein Business Law School
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Assistant - Dean's Office Liechtenstein Business Law School
Email » +423 265 13 81 » Contact Details »
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