Lilly Family School of Philanthropy: Indiana University Indianapolis

An experience beyond Indianapolis: Students experience philanthropy in Europe

Study abroad in Germany and the Netherlands in 2025

Philanthropy is everywhere, but it doesn’t look the same everywhere. In June 2025, a group of IU Indianapolis students traveled overseas to the Netherlands—the largest nonprofit sector in the world—and Germany for a comparative study. This is part of the annual study abroad program, Philanthropy in a Comparative European Perspective.

Through cultural exchange, service learning, and hands-on exploration, students engaged directly with European approaches to philanthropy. They learned from Dutch and German professors, researchers, policymakers, and nonprofit leaders. Their itinerary included site visits to local nonprofits, universities, and philanthropic organizations. Throughout their travels, students documented their experiences in blog posts, revealing how the experience reshaped their understanding of philanthropy on a global scale.

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The study away program with The Patterson Foundation was one of the most impactful parts of my academic journey. It ignited my interest in the consulting side of philanthropy—listening, analyzing, and helping communities identify solutions that work for them.
Stephanie Green B.A. ’24 is Operations Manager at Brooke's Place.

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B.A. in Philanthropic Leadership

Jastyne Jackson-Burnett, B.A. in Philanthropic Leadership graduate, discusses the unique benefits of the program and its applicability to real-world issues.

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Lilly Family School of Philanthropy

An experience beyond Indianapolis: Students experience philanthropy in Europe

Professional Doctorate in Philanthropic Leadership

Your path begins here

Make your passion your profession

Sharpen your fundraising skills

Indiana University Indianapolis research making an impact around the world

Giving USA 2025: U.S. charitable giving grew to $592.50 billion in 2024, lifted by stock market gains

Time Magazine names former Board of Visitors chair, Tiffany Benjamin, to TIME100 Philanthropy 2025

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An experience beyond Indianapolis: Students experience philanthropy in Europe

Professional Doctorate in Philanthropic Leadership

Your path begins here

Make your passion your profession

Sharpen your fundraising skills

Indiana University Indianapolis research making an impact around the world

Giving USA 2025: U.S. charitable giving grew to $592.50 billion in 2024, lifted by stock market gains

Time Magazine names former Board of Visitors chair, Tiffany Benjamin, to TIME100 Philanthropy 2025

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