1.0Maastricht Doet!https://maastrichtdoet.nl/en/eyetractivehttps://maastrichtdoet.nl/en/author/eyetractive/rich600338<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="kCet4RFVmQ"><a href="https://maastrichtdoet.nl/en/info/guides/starting-an-organization-or-initiative/">Starting an organization or initiative</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://maastrichtdoet.nl/en/info/guides/starting-an-organization-or-initiative/embed/#?secret=kCet4RFVmQ" width="600" height="338" title="“Starting an organization or initiative” — Maastricht Doet!" data-secret="kCet4RFVmQ" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script type="text/javascript"> /* <![CDATA[ */ /*! 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One of the ways to do this is by starting an organization or citizens’ initiative. Your wish or goal could be to improve the shopping area in town, play sport together, or form a band or orchestra. This guide will tell you about the two types of organization you can start and what it really means to start a citizens’ initiative. Alongside some great tips on how to start an organization or initiative, we have provided written and visual information on how to fund your plan and who to contact if you have any questions.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator border_width=”2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_column_text]Tip 1: The two types of organization: how they differ[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]If you want to join forces with others to achieve a goal, there are two possible ways for you to start an ‘organization’. This could be as a ‘foundation’ or an ‘association’. Read the table below to find out how these two types of organization differ. You can also watch the clip: ‘What’s the difference between an association and a foundation?’. Foundation Association What does the law say? » A ‘foundation’ is subject to the provisions in Part 5, Book 2 of the Dutch Civil Code. An ‘association’ is subject to the provisions in Part 2, Book 2 of the Dutch Civil Code. Setting up A foundation must be incorporated by a notarial deed (this may involve a testament, but not necessarily) and registered at the Chamber of Commerce. The founders or members of an association, however, can choose whether to incorporate the association by a notarial deed and register it at the Chamber of Commerce. An association incorporated by notarial deed and registered at the Chamber of Commerce is a formal association. Please visit www.verenigingen.nl for more information on other types of associations. Officer’s liability An officer’s liability differs depending on the type of organization » .   An officer’s liability differs depending on the type of organization » . Grounds and possession of property subject to registration (buildings, land, immovable property) A foundation can possess grounds and property subject to registration, such as a building or land. A formal association can possess grounds and property subject to registration, such as a building or land. An informal association cannot possess immovable property (property subject to registration) and cannot be an heir or beneficiary.   Members According to Dutch law, a foundation has no members.  If certain people within a foundation have a role that is similar to that of a member, then this foundation is acting illegally. An association, on the other hand, does have members. Board (foundation) and committee (association) A foundation’s board members are elected by the board. A foundation does not have members who oversee the board. This board is also not required to account for its performance or actions at a general membership meeting (GMM). However, there may be other relevant parties such as […]