Amsterdam funds at a glance

Which funds can you turn to if you have a great idea for the neighborhood, want to set up a project for young people to find work, or want to create a place for the homeless? We have listed 7 funds that specifically finance Amsterdam volunteer projects for you. And an additional list of national funds as a bonus. Is there not a suitable fund among them or do you want to explore more options? VCA has Fund Books available, via the advisor of your district can you make an appointment to view it.

1. People make Amsterdam

A collection of neighborhood funds Fund for Center, Fund for South, etc. They are committed to initiatives that contribute to a more beautiful, greener, safer, more colorful, or cleaner neighborhood. This involves projects that enrich the neighborhood in areas such as culture, welfare, health, elderly care, art, nature, sports, youth, and safety. The emphasis is on the active involvement of residents, the mutual connection of people, and increasing solidarity in the neighborhood.

Both individuals and organizations can submit an application for a maximum of 1500 and 3000 euros, respectively.

2. RCOAK

If your project gives meaning to the lives of the elderly in the Netherlands, the RCOAK Foundation is happy to support your project with a financial donation. Within Amsterdam, they also provide donations to projects focused on poverty and diversity. A quick application process has been set up for requests up to €3000. The project application can also be aimed at organizational costs and communication. They provide support for multiple years.

3. Help after research

Stichting Hulp na Onderzoek is an Amsterdam-based asset fund that focuses on initiatives of a humanitarian and charitable nature. Hulp na Onderzoek supports projects that contribute to an inclusive living environment for all Amsterdammers. Themes: Poverty alleviation, Social integration, Care, Social prevention and assistance, and Emergency aid.

4. The Amsterdam Fund

The Stichting Het Amsterdamsche Fonds is inextricably linked to De Amsterdamsche Kring. The objective is to serve the general interests of Amsterdam by financially supporting specific Amsterdam initiatives that receive little or no support from other organizations.

Het Amsterdamsche Fonds provides between 500-2000 euros.

5. The Amsterdam Fund for the Arts

The AFK is the fund for and by the cultural metropolis Amsterdam. With the mission ‘Fantastic art for all Amsterdammers’, they contribute to a city where everyone has the opportunity to practice or experience art. Therefore, they support all art forms in every district and neighborhood. They are there for both professional art and cultural practice in leisure time – for established organizations, as well as the fringes and the pioneers.

6. Haella Foundation

This fund is eager to engage in neighborhood initiatives and carries out many projects in Amsterdam. Up to a maximum of €4000. They have a close collaboration with RCOAK.

7. Rotarkids

Rotarkids, a collaboration of a large number of Rotary clubs in Amsterdam, has been committed since 1992 to providing support to vulnerable children and youth. Maximum 5000 euros.