Establishment of the Euroclear Foundation

Brussels, 17 December 2024 – Euroclear announces the establishment of the Euroclear Foundation. This initiative aims to make a significant positive social impact in our local and global communities.

This commitment aligns with Euroclear’s corporate purpose and reinforces its dedication to making a meaningful difference in the locations where it operates. By working to eliminate pressing social and environmental issues, in partnership with others, the Euroclear Foundation will seek to leave a legacy by improving lives and supporting the next generation.  

The Euroclear Foundation builds on the company's existing initiatives aimed at increasing its social impact. These include a group-wide volunteering programme, local charity committees in its main locations, long-term community partnerships and a Matching Gift programme to match employee donations.

Francesco Vanni d’Archirafi, Chairman of Euroclear, commented: “The creation of a Euroclear Foundation aims to be a force for good for many years ahead, making our communities better off because we are there. Our ambition is to innovate to eliminate the most pressing social issues where we and our clients operate in partnership with the relevant stakeholders.”

Valérie Urbain, CEO of Euroclear, added: “I firmly believe that Euroclear has a duty to contribute towards creating a fairer, more equitable and inclusive world. We can use our position to promote a society where everyone has the chance to thrive. By establishing the Euroclear Foundation, we are taking a significant step to embed social impact into our DNA and demonstrate our intent to positively impact the real economy.”

Euroclear group is the financial industry’s trusted provider of post trade services. Guided by its purpose, Euroclear innovates to bring safety, efficiency and connections to financial markets for sustainable economic growth. Euroclear provides settlement and custody of domestic and cross-border securities for bonds, equities and derivatives and investment funds. As a proven, resilient capital market infrastructure, Euroclear is committed to delivering risk-mitigation, automation and efficiency at scale for its global client franchise. The Euroclear group comprises Euroclear Bank, the International CSD, as well as Euroclear Belgium, Euroclear Finland, Euroclear France, Euroclear Nederland, Euroclear Sweden, Euroclear UK & International.