Yes—but only if you've made a donation to a nonprofit project. The donation receipt is issued not by Startnext, but by the project or organization.
When will you receive a donation receipt?
In order for a donation receipt to be issued, the following requirements must generally be met:
- The project is a nonprofit (you can find out how to tell in our Help section).
- The project has successfully completed the funding phase.
- The amount was indeed collected.
- The project has been paid out (this usually happens within about 14–21 days after the end of the funding phase).
If all of this is true: Give the project a little time—once a project ends, there are often many administrative tasks to handle, and donation receipts are usually prepared and mailed in batches.
Donations up to €300: Do I even need a receipt?
For donations of up to €300, the tax office generally accepts simplified proof (e.g., a bank statement or transfer receipt). For donations made via direct debit, the project name is often included in the payment description.
Who can help me if something is missing?
If you have any questions or do not receive a certificate, please contact the project organizers directly (they are the issuing authority).
Special Case: You've supported Startnext
If you've supported Startnext yourself: Thank you!
Startnext is not a nonprofit organization and therefore cannot issue donation receipts. Instead, you will receive an invoice, which you can find in your support details.