ANBI Status

Heritage Foundation 40–45

Heritage Foundation 40–45 is a non-profit organization and either holds or seeks to obtain ANBI status (Public Benefit Organization) in the Netherlands. Through this status, we affirm our commitment to transparency, social responsibility, and serving the public interest.

General Information

Organization Name: Heritage Foundation 40–45
RSIN / Tax Number: To be announced
Legal Form: Foundation
Registered Office: Schiedam, The Netherlands
Chamber of Commerce (KvK) Number: To be announced
Website: www.erfenis40-45.nl
Email: info@erfenis40-45.nl

Mission

The mission of Heritage Foundation 40–45 is to preserve, research, present, and pass on heritage and personal stories from the Second World War (1940–1945).

The foundation aims to:

  • Keep the history of the Second World War alive
  • Promote education and public awareness
  • Contribute to remembrance and reflection
  • Provide insight into the consequences of war, occupation, and freedom
  • Transfer historical knowledge to current and future generations

All activities are conducted with respect for victims, their families, and all those affected by the events of the war.

Policy Plan

Heritage Foundation 40–45 pursues its objectives by:

  • Managing and expanding a historical collection
  • Displaying artifacts and personal stories in museum and exhibition settings
  • Organizing educational activities and guided tours
  • Sharing knowledge through publications, the website, and presentations
  • Collaborating with schools, institutions, and researchers
  • Carefully preserving and documenting historical heritage

The foundation’s policy focuses on the sustainable preservation of the collection and the responsible transfer of historical knowledge.

Governance and Organization

The foundation is governed by an independent board. Board members perform their duties on a voluntary basis and receive no remuneration other than reimbursement of actual expenses incurred.

Chairperson: [Name]
Secretary: [Name]
Treasurer: [Name]

(Additional board members may be added as applicable.)

The foundation has no salaried employees. Volunteers support the organization in its activities and in the preservation of the collection.

Remuneration Policy

Board members of Heritage Foundation 40–45 do not receive any compensation for their services.

Volunteers may receive reimbursement of expenses in accordance with applicable legal regulations.

Financial Accountability

The financial resources of Heritage Foundation 40–45 consist of:

  • Donations
  • Gifts and bequests
  • Grants and subsidies
  • Sponsorships (non-commercial)

These funds are used exclusively for:

  • Preservation and maintenance of the collection
  • Educational and public engagement activities
  • Maintenance of the museum
  • Administrative and operational expenses that directly support the foundation’s objectives

A financial report is prepared annually and published where required.

Donations

Donations to Heritage Foundation 40–45 are used entirely to support the public-benefit objectives and mission of the foundation.

Where applicable, donations may be tax-deductible in accordance with Dutch ANBI regulations.

Transparency

Heritage Foundation 40–45 operates in accordance with the requirements applicable to ANBI organizations and strives for openness, diligence, accountability, and social responsibility in all its activities.