Three friends, one purpose
Across most EU member states, registering a non-profit association (asbl, eingetragener Verein, asociación, associazione, etc.) requires:
1. AT LEAST 2–3 FOUNDERS (number varies by country). 2. STATUTES — written rules including purpose, governance, membership, dissolution clause. 3. AN OPEN MEETING to adopt the statutes and elect officers. 4. REGISTRATION at the national registry (usually free or under €100).
Once registered, you can hold a bank account, accept donations, employ staff, and apply for grants. Doing this WITHOUT a registered legal form is risky for the founders personally.
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