Ehrenburg against Rotary: Does the clubs threaten the non -profit nature?

Ehrenburg against Rotary: Does the clubs threaten the non -profit nature?

Pforzheim, Deutschland - In Oberkirch, the honorary citizen Peter Iblher is currently causing excitement. The Rotary Club Oberkirch could be affected by legal measures, while it defends himself against the allegations not to be inclusive enough. As Bo.de , iblher has announced that it will take action against the club and the local community and club members in suspense.

The background of this argument is complex and extends to a judgment of the Federal Fiscal Court of August 2, 2023. In this judgment, purely male clubs, as the Rotary Clubs in principle, were not potentially classified. This decision could have a major impact on the approximately 275 German Rotary Clubs, which previously operated under the protection of non -profit nature. In plain language, this means that they not only lose tax reliefs, but also the possibility of issuing donation certificates.

the legal implications

According to the decision of the Federal Fiscal Court, associations to be recognized as a non -profit organization must promote the general public on a material, intellectual or moral level. Tax advisor Georde Heine makes it clear that he does not know a German Rotary Club that can meet the conditions for it. In this way, the club life is perceived as exclusive, which in question.

But there is a ray of hope: sponsorship associations of Rotary Clubs could be considered a non -profit organization if they are open to all sexes. In the current situation, Ri Director Iblher sees an opportunity for the further development of the clubs. He hopes to rethink about women.

reactions from the community

in Oberkirch and the surrounding region, the mood is tense. The Rotary Club, which has supported numerous social projects in the past, is now faced with an unprecedented challenge. Members are concerned about the legal steps and uncertainty about the future charitable status of the club.

The public is curious to see how the situation will develop and the discussion about inclusion in such clubs is picking up. The expert round has already started, and the results of these discussions could soon have far -reaching consequences for the Rotary Clubs in Germany.

The situation in Oberkirch remains critical. It is questionable whether Iblher's initiative will lead to rethinking and ultimately more diversity in the clubs. However, the coming weeks should provide clarifying answers. You can also read more information on Ortenau-journal.de and on the Rotary blog .