The Gieskes-Strijbis Fonds is a Dutch philanthropic fund that backs innovative, high-impact projects aimed at positive social change. It appears to give proactively and by invitation, with a smaller public-facing project-suggestion channel for initiatives aligned with its core themes: nature and environment, arts and culture, democracy and rule of law, and medical research. It also supports the performing arts through an annual prize, signaling a strong interest in artistic development alongside broader societal impact.
Primarily proactive and invitation-based funding, with a project-suggestion form for aligned proposals; tends to make larger grants around €75,000+ per year for major projects, plus an annual €60,000 performing arts prize to selected winners.
Sign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits this funder, get an AI-generated pitch, and unlock similar foundations.
Approach only if your project clearly fits one of the fund’s themes and is innovative or impact-driven. Use the project-suggestion form for aligned ideas, but expect a selective, largely invitation-led process; performing arts applicants should watch for the annual Podiumprijs selection cycle.
Current and upcoming funding from Gieskes-Strijbis Fonds that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Project must fit Fund's four themes; long-term (2–5 years); large-scale (from ~€75,000 donation per year); projects with a 'vliegwieleffect' and preferably co-financing; focus on Kingdom of the Netherlands; only high-quality submissions are handled.
Track these deadlines, get reminders, and see how well your nonprofit fits — free with a Kindora account.
Create a free accountDeadlines and eligibility are summarized from public sources and may change — always confirm the details on the funder's official application page before applying.