Tax-Deductible Philanthropy

Supporting the Simplon Foundation offers significant tax advantages for both corporations and individual donors. This page provides a clear overview of current tax-deductible giving schemes and how you can benefit from them while advancing our mission.

Why Invest in the Simplon Foundation?

By donating to the Simplon Foundation, you are taking direct action to bridge the digital divide and open doors to high-growth careers—all while benefiting from a favorable tax framework.

A Social Emergency, A Strategic Opportunity

13 million people in France still lack basic digital fluency.
90% of all modern jobs now require digital proficiency.
AI is projected to impact 1 in 2 jobs by 2035, while creating 1.5 million new technical roles by 2030.

(Sources: European Commission, Insee, ANCT)

In the face of these shifts, acting today transforms a social emergency into a strategic, inclusive opportunity.

Simplon Foundation: Impact in Action

We deliver free, high-impact, and career-ready training programs for those facing the greatest barriers to employment: youth without traditional degrees, refugees, individuals with disabilities, and women pivoting into tech careers.

Every contribution invested scales our ability to provide:

Professional Training: Cutting-edge bootcamps in AI, Web Development, Cybersecurity, and Data Science.
Career Placement: Dedicated support to bridge the gap between training and long-term, sustainable employment.
A Responsible Tech Ecosystem: Building a future where technology is inclusive, ethical, and equitable.

Individual Donors: How to Maximize Your Tax Deduction

1. Make a Contribution
Donate via our secure online form. An official tax receipt (Cerfa n°11580*03) will be automatically issued to your email.

2. File Your Deduction
→ On your tax return, check the box for "Donations to organizations of public interest" (Dons à des organismes d’intérêt général).
→ Report the total contribution amount as shown on your receipts.

3. Tax Credit
→ 66% of your donation is deductible from your income tax.
→ This is capped at 20% of your taxable income.

Example: A €500 donation effectively costs you only €170 after the tax deduction.

Corporations : Strategic Philanthropy & ESG Benefits

The Simplon Foundation is eligible for the French corporate sponsorship regime (article 238 bis du CGI).

1. Make a Donation
Give securely through our online donation platform.
You will receive a tax receipt compliant with IRS or relevant federal regulations.

2. Corporate Tax Deduction
→ 60% of the donation amount is deductible from your corporate tax.
→ Cap: €20,000 or 0.5% of annual revenue (whichever is higher).
→ Carry-Forward: If your donation exceeds the cap, the surplus can be carried forward over the next five fiscal years.

3. Tax Documentation & Reporting
→ Filing: Submit Form No. 2069-M-FC-SD with your corporate tax return.
→ Compliance: Retain all supporting documentation for four years.

4. Eligible Giving Channels
→ Cash Contributions: Direct financial support.
→ In-Kind Donations: Equipment, software licenses, or hardware.
→ Pro Bono Service: Skills-based volunteering using employee hours.
→ Payroll Giving: "Rounding up" employee salaries for social impact.

All donation types are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

Tax Incentive Summary

Donor Profile	Deduction Rate	Annual Cap	Net Cost
Individual Donors	66 %	Up to 20% of taxable income	A €500 donation costs only €170
Corporate Partners	60 %	0.5% of annual revenue or €20,000	A €10,000 donation costs only €4,000

Transparency and Accountability

We guarantee rigorous and transparent management of all funds :

A Annual Impact Reports are distributed to every donor.
Direct Allocation : Funds are strictly assigned to our core social missions.
Optimized Overheads : Administrative costs are minimized to maximize on-the-ground impact.

Simplon Foundation 2024 Performance :

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13,700 participants supported.

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73% Placement Success Rate (Employment, advanced training, or entrepreneurship).

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An accessible Annual Report

Team Perspectives

"The tax system is designed to incentivize philanthropy. Our structural framework ensures that every corporate gift is handled with absolute clarity and transparency."

Tsiky Randrianarison

Finance & Operations Director

"Contributions to the Simplon Foundation bridge the gap between social impact and the public good. These investments are a cornerstone of our commitment to driving responsible digital transformation."

Guillaume Trouille

Executive Director

International & US-Based Donors

The Simplon Foundation is accredited through CAF America, allowing US residents and corporations to receive a U.S. tax deduction (501(c)(3) equivalent).

This accreditation streamlines cross-border giving and provides a secure, IRS-compliant channel for multinational corporations to fund our global initiatives.

Bespoke Support for Your Organization

Our team assists your organization in :

Navigating the tax framework to maximize your fiscal advantage.
Quantifying your ESG commitments through measurable, data-driven impact.
Internal & External Communications for corporate partnerships
Strategic Allocation: Directing funds to high-priority programs such as AI Jump!, Women in Tech, or Disability Inclusion.

Driving digital equity today is how we build a more just and sustainable future. Join us in closing the gap.

Contact & Strategic Support

Simplon Foundation
contact@simplon.foundation

We are here to support your organization with :

Tax Compliance & Reporting : Navigating your deduction and filing requirements.
Strategic Partnerships : Designing bespoke CSR and philanthropic collaborations.
Impact Storytelling : Measuring and amplifying your social ROI to stakeholders.

For more information, visit our Corporate Partnership & Tax FAQ.

Donate Now

Supporting the Simplon Foundation means choosing to drive a more just, inclusive, and public-interest digital future. Your contribution directly funds high-impact programs that bridge the gap for underserved communities, moving them into high-growth careers in tech. By giving today, you are joining a collective movement to reduce systemic inequality and ensure that essential digital skills are accessible to everyone.

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