The Netherlands Benevolent Society

Patron: HRH Princess Beatrix of The Netherlands

150 Years of Dutch Helping Dutch
In The UK

Since 1874 the Koning Willem Fonds (KWF) has provided a lifeline for Dutch nationals in the United Kingdom. We offer vital assistance in times of need. Our mission is to support Dutch individuals facing challenges such as homelessness, illness, financial hardship, or unforeseen life events, ensuring no Dutch person in the UK stands alone.

Koning Willem Fonds proudly celebrated its 150th Anniversary at Trinity House with its Patron HRH Princess Beatrix as the Guest of Honour.

The Lunch in Pictures is available from the homepage.

©James Hills Photography

The Koning Willem Fonds in 2024

The objects of the Charity are to render in its sole discretion assistance to Dutch nationals in need, living in the United Kingdom, irrespective of race or religion. Assistance may also be given to others in the United Kingdom if they are the surviving widows or widowers of Dutch nationals, or children with at least one parent of Dutch nationality.

Circumstances such as illness, mental stress, an emergency, old age, general poverty, and generally where an acute need of any kind exists, or an opportunity presents itself for improvement of conditions of life where these are below an acceptable level, all qualify for possible assistance.

The Charity’s aim is to support beneficiaries out of interest income earned on capital (investments are placed with Evelyn partners), and from donations and/or sponsorships. The present high level of demand for aid means the Charity is drawing down from its capital reserves at a rate not reported in living memory.

How To Donate

Donate Via Paypal

Donate via Bank Transfer:

Account name:
The Netherlands Benevolent Society
( Koning Willem Fonds )

Sort Code: 50-00-00;
Account number: 29926580

BIC: NWBKGB2L
IBAN: GB35NWBK50000029926580

Please consider a Standing Order.

Gift Aid your Donation

This form enables us to claim an additional 25p for every £1 you donate