This commentary outlines the reforms to foundation law contained in the new §§ 80-88 of the German Civil Code, which take effect in summer 2023. It systematically discusses new regulations regarding the name, seat, and assets of a foundation, and amendments to foundation charters; to the consolidation and merger of foundations; and to the new central register of foundations; and assesses the legislative background in detail.

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Ulrich Burgard, University of Magdeburg; Carsten Heimann, University of Magdeburg; Ansgar Hense, State Institute of Canon Law, Bonn.