Period: 2025 – 2028
1. Introduction
Stichting Carpenter Concerts was founded with the aim of supporting and nurturing young musical talent within classical music. We believe that artistic development and visibility of young musicians are not only essential for their personal careers, but also for the preservation and renewal of classical music culture.
Our activities focus on creating opportunities, stages, and networks for young musicians, while actively involving audiences in their development.
2. Objective
Statutory objective:
“The foundation aims to promote and support young musical talent within classical music by organizing concerts, creating performance opportunities, and increasing the visibility of young musicians. The foundation strives to provide an inspiring platform where talented musicians can develop artistically and present themselves to a broad audience. It operates on a non-profit basis and with attention to education, cultural participation, and artistic growth.”
Policy translation:
We are committed to fostering the artistic and professional development of young classical musicians. We do this by connecting them with stages, audiences, experienced musicians, and cultural institutions. We aim to contribute sustainably to the cultural landscape by organizing various concerts, educational projects, and collaborations each year.
3. Activities
To achieve our objectives, we carry out the following activities:
Concert organization
- Each year, we organize multiple classical concerts featuring young musicians. Locations range from concert halls to unique cultural and historical venues.
- Creating performance opportunities
- Facilitating debut performances for young musicians.
- Collaborations with festivals, conservatories, and music academies.
Educational projects
- Workshops and masterclasses led by experienced musicians.
- School projects introducing young people to classical music.
- Increasing visibility
- Professional audio and video recordings of performances.
Media exposure through press releases, social media, and collaborations with cultural platforms.
4. Funding
The foundation generates income through:
- Grants from governments and cultural funds.
- Donations from individuals.
- Sponsorships from companies and organizations.
- Revenue from ticket sales.
- Possible income from ancillary activities that contribute to the foundation’s objectives.
5. Management and allocation of assets
The board is responsible for managing the foundation’s financial resources.
- Management: Assets are managed in a separate bank account in the name of the foundation.
Allocation: All income is used to achieve the foundation’s objectives. No funds are distributed to board members or third parties outside the scope of the objectives.
Reserves: Any reserves are used for future projects or as a buffer to ensure continuity.
6. Remuneration policy
Board members do not receive any compensation for their work. They are entitled to reimbursement of demonstrable expenses incurred in the course of their duties. Employees, artists, and professionals contributing to the foundation’s activities receive appropriate compensation in line with cultural sector guidelines.
7. Board
Chair: Mirjam Timmerman
Secretary: Harriet Wilmink
Treasurer: Sarah Jones
8. Future plans (2025–2028)
In the coming years, Stichting Carpenter Concerts aims to:
- Organize at least 5 concerts annually featuring young classical musicians.
- Establish a mentorship program pairing young musicians with experienced professionals.
- Increase audience reach by 20% per year through active marketing and new concert venues.
- Expand collaborations with cultural institutions and international partners.
9. Publication requirement
In accordance with ANBI regulations, Stichting Carpenter Concerts will publish annually before July 1 on its website:
- The current policy plan.
- An activity report of the previous year.
- A financial report of the previous year.
- The names and roles of the board members.
- The RSIN/fiscal number.