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Caring for each other and our environment

Adessium Foundation works towards an open society where everyone can participate fully, and rights and freedoms are protected. A society that will ensure a livable, compassionate world for future generations.

From financial support to tangible impact

  • €16.6 million in donations in 2024

  • 98 supported organizations

  • 47% of donations in the Netherlands

  • 90% multi-year support

Our view on philanthropy

Adessium Foundation is an independent philanthropic fund supporting social organizations in the Netherlands and Europe since 2005. We strengthen initiatives that contribute to a free, sustainable and just society. We do this with financial support, advice and access to our network.

We stand for

View our programs and read how we contribute to an informed society, healthy ecosystems and equal opportunities for all.

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Organisations that we support

  • Bits of Freedom

    Bits of Freedom works toward an open and just information society. They do this through advocacy, campaigns, and legal action, both in the Netherlands and in Brussels.

  • CHEM Trust

    CHEM Trust aims to prevent synthetic chemicals from causing long-term harm to animals and people.

  • Natuur & Milieu

    Natuur & Milieu’s mission is to stop climate change and restore our nature.

  • ASKV

    ASKV fights for the structural improvement of the position of undocumented individuals. The organization stands for a future perspective for every person.