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Stichting voor Design Promotion in Europa en China

Stichting voor Design Promotion in Europa en China
RSIN: 859258518
KvK: 72846380
Address: Gen. v. Merlenstr 1, 5623GC, Eindhoven, NL
Email: info@designpromotion.org
Bank: ING Bank NV, Foreign Operations, PO Box 1800, 1000 BV Amsterdam
IBAN: NL94INGB0009529645 | BIC/SWIFT: INGBNL2A

Objective

Foundation for Design Promotion in Europe and China (Stichting voor Design Promotion in Europa en China) is to promote and stimulate the cooperation between Europe and China in the design and creative industries as well as in related education and research, and to promote and stimulate the cooperation in design and creativity among companies, education and research institutions, and governmental and non-governmental organizations.

Activities

The foundation tries to achieve its goal by motivating companies, education and research institutions, and governmental and non-governmental organizations in Europe and in China to cooperate and to provide support, by 1) organizing activities such as visits, symposiums, conferences, exhibitions, seminars, workshops, competitions and awards, 2)providing students and researchers with scholarships and funds, 3)  setting up, organizing or providing support for courses, training and other educational programs, 4) initiating and supporting cooperative entities and organizations such as design museums and showroom shops, and 5) offering help and agency in bridging design, manufacturing and marketing, and in bridging education, research and industry, in and between Europe and China, through online and offline channels.

Sources of Income

o Contributions from sympathizers and stakeholders.
o Subsidies and grants.
o Donations and inheritances.
o Proceeds from foundation activities.
o Other benefits that align with the foundation’s goals.

Management and Expenditure of Assets
  • Asset Management:
    • The board is responsible for managing the foundation’s assets.
    • Decisions involving significant financial commitments require unanimous approval from all board members.
  • Expenditure:
    • Funds will be allocated to activities that directly support the foundation’s objectives, such as organizing events and providing scholarships.
    • Any reserved funds for future use will be clearly documented and justified in the policy plan.
Board Composition and Governance
  • Board Structure:
    • The board consists of at least three directors, including a chairman, a secretary, and a treasurer.
    • Directors are appointed for an indefinite period and are not remunerated, except for non-excessive allowances and reimbursement of incurred costs.
  • Decision-Making:
    • The board meets regularly, with at least one meeting within six months of the end of the financial year to review financial statements.
    • Decisions require a majority vote, with provisions for proxy representation.
Other Information
  • Board Members:
    • Chairman: J. Hu
    • Secretary: B. Yu
    • Treasurer: B. Zhang
  • Remuneration Policy:
    • The board members do not receive remuneration for their work, except for non-excessive allowances and reimbursement of costs.
Policy plan

The foundation’s latest policy plan can be downloaded here.