BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Dennis Münninghoff (Chairman)
Francis Pelders (Treasurer)
Erik Tausch (Secretary)
Laurens Pit
The board can be reached via the contact page or at info@karel.rocks
Remuneration Policy: All activities carried out by board members and volunteers are performed without financial compensation. Expenses incurred may be reimbursed.
Mission: The mission of the Karel Foundation is the preservation of industrial cultural heritage, with a particular focus on historic railway equipment. This is achieved not only through maintenance but also through operation. By keeping the train in service, it remains visibly preserved as part of Dutch culture.
The foundation aims to:
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Provide funds and facilities for local events and pre-events where money is raised for charitable causes
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Manage and maintain cultural and industrial heritage
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Undertake all other activities directly or indirectly related to, or beneficial for, the above, in the broadest sense of the term
The foundation does not seek to make a profit.
Jaarverslag
2021
Jaarverslag
2020
Jaarverslag
2019
ANBI STATUS
ANBI stands for Public Benefit Organization (ANBI). An ANBI is a non-profit organization that is almost entirely dedicated to the public interest.
The Karel Foundation has been ANBI-certified since June 12, 2019.
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POLICY PLAN
Summary of Policy Plan & Mission: This document outlines the history and mission of the Karel Foundation, including its founding, governance, and past charitable initiatives.
It explains the mission and vision, with a focus on maintaining train unit De Karel and collaborating with partner organizations.
The plan sets out the foundation’s objectives and ambitions, as well as its commitment to keeping De Karel and other historic trains operational.
Finally, the document provides a detailed section on finances, covering staff, housing, maintenance, license costs, insurance, catering, contributions to KWF, ticket sales, sponsorship, and webshop activities.
For full details, please download the PDF.
