How you can help

How you can help

How you can make a difference

Your contribution to research

There are many ways to get involved in medical research – on a one-off or ongoing basis, privately or publicly. This page provides an overview of our donation and foundation formats. We would be happy to advise you personally and confidentially on all matters relating to your involvement.

Point of contact
Carsten Seip

+49 89 544 187-0
seip@sanst.de

Ways to donate

01

Donations & occasion-based donations

Support medical research with a one-off or regular donation – now also online. Whether as a traditional monetary donation or as part of a special occasion such as a birthday, wedding or memorial: every donation helps to enable medical progress.

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02

Foundation Fund

Is a particular subject, such as a specific area of research, close to your heart? You can assign your donation to a purpose or named fund of your choice.

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03

Legacies & Wills

Create a legacy that will live on. Our team is here to advise you on wills and inheritance matters. Get in touch anytime.

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04

Additional Contributions &Trust Foundations

There are many different options for setting up and managing a foundation. We want to be a competent and trustworthy partner for anyone who wants to provide long-term support for medical research through a foundation.

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05

Reverse Mortgage

Double the impact! Hand over your property to a sustainable management company, support medical research and enjoy fair returns.

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Do you have any questions?

Foundation consultancy


A successful and sustainable foundation relies on transparency and professionalism. If you have any questions about making a donation or would like to find out more about ways to support medical research, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Donating is a significant decision that requires careful consideration. Whether you are considering supporting medical research for the first time or already have specific plans in place, we can guide you expertly through every stage of your philanthropic journey.

Every donor has their own unique motivations, wishes and resources. During personal meetings, we work with you to determine the most suitable way to structure your support, whether through a straightforward donation, a foundation fund or a trust foundation. Throughout this process, we take into account both your personal objectives and tax and legal considerations.

As a well-established foundation, we have decades of experience in research funding and foundation management. We provide expert guidance at every stage, from initial consultation to the implementation and long-term support of your philanthropic endeavours.

Trust is the foundation of every successful partnership. For this reason, we prioritise transparency in all our activities. You will receive regular updates on how your funds are being used and the progress of the research projects we are supporting.

All of our consultation sessions are, of course, confidential and non-binding. You can take as much time as you need – we will listen carefully to your requirements and respond accordingly.

  • Initial consultation on all types of foundation giving
  • Tax and legal guidance
  • Creation of customised funding concepts
  • Assistance with implementation
  • Ongoing support and reporting
  • Connecting you with other donors and researchers

Do you have any questions about making a donation, or would you like to find out more about the ways in which you can support medical research? We look forward to speaking with you and are always here to help.

Do you have any questions?

Foundation consultancy


A successful and sustainable foundation relies on transparency and professionalism. If you have any questions about making a donation or would like to find out more about supporting medical research, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Donating is a significant decision that requires careful consideration. Whether you are considering supporting medical research for the first time or already have specific plans in place, we can guide you expertly through every stage of your philanthropic journey.

Every donor has their own unique motivations, wishes and resources. During personal meetings, we work with you to determine the most suitable way to structure your support, whether through a straightforward donation, a foundation fund or a trust foundation. Throughout this process, we take into account both your personal objectives and tax and legal considerations.

As a well-established foundation, we have decades of experience in research funding and foundation management. We provide expert guidance at every stage, from initial consultation to the implementation and long-term support of your philanthropic endeavours.

Trust is the foundation of every successful partnership. For this reason, we prioritise transparency in all our activities. You will receive regular updates on how your funds are being used and the progress of the research projects we are supporting.

All of our consultation sessions are, of course, confidential and non-binding. You can take as much time as you need – we will listen carefully to your requirements and respond accordingly.

  • Initial consultation on all types of foundation giving
  • Tax and legal guidance
  • Creation of customised funding concepts
  • Assistance with implementation
  • Ongoing support and reporting
  • Connecting you with other donors and researchers

Do you have any questions about making a donation, or would you like to find out more about the ways in which you can support medical research? We look forward to speaking with you and are always here to help.

Contact us now
Facts & Figures

Your donation makes an impact

Zahlen & Fakten

Your donation makes an impact


By donating, you will become part of this journey, helping to lay the foundations for future medical advances.

350Mio.

Euros allocated to medical research.


2700

granted projects since 1975.

By donating, you will become part of this journey, helping to lay the foundations for future medical advances.

350Mio.

Euros allocated to medical research.


2700

granted projects since 1975.

Why was the Wilhelm Sander Foundation chosen as a beneficiary?

"In my opinion, the Wilhelm Sander Foundation is the most honest, fair and, to me, most trustworthy institution, which is very strict about awarding funds, operates sustainably and achieves a great deal in research."

– Isabel Baumann (1942-2014)

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