News report | 15-01-2026 | 15:05
His Majesty the King and Her Majesty Queen Máxima will visit on the morning of Monday, February 2, several social initiatives that have been supported by the Oranje Fonds in recent years. The visit is the 250th activity of the King and Queen Máxima as patrons of the Oranje Fonds and takes place at the Wijkpaleis in Rotterdam.
At the Wijkpaleis, a meeting place by and for the neighborhood, the Royal Couple will talk with the founders of social initiatives and the Oranje Fonds. The discussion will include current social developments and strengthening the socially connected society. Afterwards, the King and Queen Máxima will speak separately with several initiators. They will talk about the impact of their initiative and also discuss what the initiatives need to continue making a difference for people facing poverty, loneliness, and exclusion.
During the visit to the Wijkpaleis, there will also be a look ahead to the 25th anniversary of the Oranje Fonds.
The Oranje Fonds was founded in 2002 when it was presented as a wedding gift from all Dutch people to the Prince of Orange and Princess Máxima. Since its inception, more than 250,000 initiatives have been supported with knowledge, advice, money, and a network of partners and volunteers. In addition to supporting social initiatives, the Oranje Fonds connects people through Burendag, Maatjes Gezocht, NLdoet, and Cariben doet. The Appeltjes van Oranje awards initiatives that ensure no one has to stand alone and everyone can participate. The Oranje Fonds also strengthens initiatives with various programs, including the Growth Program, Opportunities for Children, and Stronger Together Against Poverty.
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