IHC Foundation
At Royal IHC, we are committed to contributing to a better life for those in need.
By sharing our knowledge and resources, and by supporting our employees’ initiatives, we aim to help those for whom a little bit of effort can make a world of difference. The IHC Foundation contributes to social, environmental and cultural activities on behalf of, and in cooperation with, Royal IHC employees around the world.
The overall objective of the IHC Foundation, established in 2012, is to support charitable projects in countries where the company conducts its business activities and where its employees are directly involved in operations. This can be achieved through the financial support of existing organisations, or by contributing to initiatives that employees are able to commit to anywhere in the world.
Supported charities
We are proud of our dedicated ambassadors and the projects Royal IHC contributes to. Over the past few years, the IHC Foundation has supported over thirty initiatives, ranging from donations to local food banks and hospices, to the sponsorship of Royal IHC employees participating in sporting events. In addition, the foundation has several long-term partnerships with charitable organisations around the world, such as Mercy Ships and Sailing Ship Eendracht.
Mercy Ships
Mercy Ships is an international charity that provides free medical care to people who have limited access to healthcare. Its hospital ships, the Africa Mercy and Global Mercy, are staffed largely by volunteers and provide life-changing surgical care in Africa.
Through the IHC Foundation, Royal IHC supports Mercy Ships and gives colleagues the opportunity to contribute as volunteers. Royal IHC colleagues regularly support maintenance activities on board the Global Mercy, helping to prepare the hospital ship for its next field service.
The work varies from year to year and ranges from general maintenance and repairs to technical improvements throughout the vessel. By contributing their time and practical skills, our colleagues help keep the Global Mercy operational and support Mercy Ships in continuing its important work.
Sailing ship Eendracht
Sometimes, a day at sea can make a real difference. For several years, the IHC Foundation has supported special sailing trips in collaboration with Stichting Zeilschip Eendracht, giving people who may have fewer opportunities to participate in social activities a memorable day on the water.
On board the Eendracht, the largest three-masted schooner in the Netherlands, participants don't just come along for the ride. They take the helm, hoist the sails and experience what it means to work together as a crew.
Royal IHC colleagues join these trips as volunteers, supporting participants and contributing to the experience on board. In this way, the IHC Foundation provides both financial support and the opportunity for our colleagues to make a difference through their own involvement.
Discover more about our activities
Find out more about the IHC Foundation’s activities in our annual reports below.
Donate
In principle, the IHC Foundation itself is not engaged in active fundraising. However, should you wish to donate, you are most welcome. Please use IBAN number NL07ABNA0550093060.
The IHC Foundation is appointed as an ‘Algemeen Nut Beogende Instelling’ (ANBI) by the Dutch tax authorities.
As of the date of establishment, the IHC Foundation is appointed as "Algemeen Nut Beogende Instelling" (ANBI) by the Dutch tax authorities and registered under RSIN number 8591 85 208.
Through the IHC Foundation, Royal IHC aims to contribute to a better life for everyone. The overall objective of the IHC Foundation is therefore to support charitable projects in countries where the company conducts its business activities and where its employees are directly involved in operations.
The IHC Foundation has the responsibility to:
- arrange all transactions regarding charity to support social and cultural organisations or other organisations and persons that serve the common good, on behalf of the enterprises of the IHC Merwede group
- arrange all activities related or contributing to the previous statement in its broadest sense.
Executive committee
The members of the Executive Committee of the Foundation include:
- Mr Peter Bronsveld
- Ms Susana de la Cruz Jimenez
- Mr Bert-Jan de Keijzer
- Mr Arjan van Oeveren
- Mr Ries Uittenbogaard
- Ms Binja Wakelkamp
The Executive Committee will assemble at least twice per calendar year for a committee meeting. Each semester, all activities of the IHC Foundation will be reported to the Royal IHC Board of Management. The members of the Executive Committee do not receive any remuneration for their duties regarding the IHC Foundation.
ANBI details
With the ANBI status appointed, all gifts given periodically by natural persons are tax-deductible. Non-periodic gifts from natural persons are tax-deductible if the gift is within the range of 1-10% of the total income of the contributor.
The IHC Foundation is registered with the Dutch Chamber of Commerce and the Dutch tax authorities as follows:
KvK number: 56131127
RSIN number: 8591 85 208
IBAN: NL07ABNA0550093060
Contact details
Stichting IHC Merwede Foundation
Smitweg 6 2961 AW Kinderdijk
Email: [email protected]