THE DUTCH CENTRE
To educate the public in and promote Dutch arts, music, language and the Dutch cultural heritage, in particular (but without limitation) by the provision of a Dutch cultural centre in London and to advance and promote the preservation and conservation of the Dutch church at Austin Friars for the benefit of the public.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity incurred a deficit of £2,476 for the year, reducing unrestricted reserves to £33,167. Per the trustees' report, this level of reserves exceeds the stated policy target of £30,000. The organization relies on donations and sponsorship, with the trustees acknowledging that maintaining relationships with key supporters is critical to continued operations.
What the accounts disclose
“The trustees have resolved to maintain unrestricted reserves at a minimum of £30k.” — page 18
Trustees
- Anton Valkchair
- Bertjan van de Lagemaat
- Christine Sas
- Ellen Milan
- Frederik Vogels
- Jean-Jacques van Helten
- Jeff Tijssen
- Marieke Janneke Albeda
- Marinus Rovers
- Michiel Kermer
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £73k | £76k |
| 31/12/2024 | £65k | £46k |
| 31/12/2023 | £69k | £89k |
| 31/12/2022 | £77k | £68k |
| 31/12/2021 | £46k | £46k |
Common questions
Is THE DUTCH CENTRE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity incurred a deficit of £2,476 for the year, reducing unrestricted reserves to £33,167. Per the trustees' report, this level of reserves exceeds the stated policy target of £30,000. The organization relies on donations and sponsorship, with the trustees acknowledging that maintaining relationships with key supporters is critical to continued operations. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postcode Lottery | 02/09/2025 | £10k | Unrestricted Funding |
| Postcode Lottery | 28/06/2024 | £10k | Unrestricted Funding |