Creating Significant Value for a Better World
Part of the Wachtberger Groep
WHAT IS THE WACHTBERGER STICHTING
Beyond capital — Impact at scale
The foundation - Wachtberger Stichting - is the philanthropic arm of the Wachtberger Groep. It is built on the conviction that financial success carries a responsibility that extends far beyond personal wealth.
The foundation is a non-profit organisation, funded through profits generated by the companies within the Wachtberger Groep. Capital that the group creates is systematically deployed to generate measurable societal value — for people, animals and ecosystems around the world.
Unlike traditional charities, the foundation operates as a strategic impact vehicle: data-driven, efficient, and focused on delivering the greatest possible impact on every euro invested in change.
"Wealth is not a destination. It is the fuel that carries others further."
OUR APPROACH
How we create impact
01 —
Strategic allocation
Capital is never distributed arbitrarily. Every project, donation and initiative is assessed on its expected impact per euro — ensuring resources reach the places where they make the greatest difference.
02 —
Funding proven organisations
In its early years, the foundation focuses on funding existing organisations with a demonstrable track record of impact. This minimises risk and maximises immediate effect, while the foundation builds its own operational knowledge and network.
03 —
Building our own programmes
Once the foundation has reached operational maturity, it will launch and run its own programmes — directly managed and executed, for full control over outcomes, accountability, and long-term impact delivery.
FOUNDATION PRINCIPLES
Mission & Vision
Mission
Adding lasting value to the world around us
The mission of the Wachtberger Stichting is to deploy capital where it delivers the most significant, measurable and enduring impact. Not through one-off donations, but through sustained commitment to projects and organisations that concretely improve the lives of people, animals and ecosystems.
Vision
A world where success generates collective value
We believe the most enduring companies do not simply generate returns for their owners — they contribute structurally to the society around them. The Wachtberger Groep puts this principle into action: capital as the instrument, impact as the outcome. The foundation is the living proof of that commitment.
WHY THE FOUNDATION
Beyond
Personal
Wealth
The Wachtberger Groep was built on one clear doctrine: capital is a means, not an end. When businesses generate value consistently, that creates both an obligation and an opportunity — to give something back that is larger than the sum of its parts. The Wachtberger Stichting exists because its founders believe there is more to building a business than personal financial gain. That every success carries responsibility. And that impact at scale only becomes possible when you commit to it structurally — not once, but year after year. The foundation is not a byproduct of success. It is a core part of what the Wachtberger Groep is built to do.
IMPACT
Where we make a difference
The road ahead
How we get there
The foundation is built in phases — from strategically funding proven organisations to independently executing its own impact programmes.
Phase 1 — Founding
Foundation & first allocations
The foundation is officially established. The first periodic allocations from the Wachtberger Groep are deployed. The focus is on identifying and funding existing organisations with a proven track record, measurable outcomes, and transparent accountability.
Phase 2 — Growth
Expanding reach & impact
The foundation develops a network of partner organisations across multiple impact areas. Impact is measured and reported systematically. Allocations scale alongside the performance of the group's companies.
Phase 3 — Own programmes
The foundation as a builder
With operational maturity in place, the foundation launches and runs its own programmes. Direct execution of initiatives that deliver structural, long-lasting impact in the areas where the need is greatest.