Outset Netherlands

Since 2012, Outset Netherlands has independently built a strong reputation for supporting a diverse range of multidisciplinary art projects, providing support in crucial moments for both artists, curators and institutions.

Staying true to being “…at the outset”, Outset Netherlands is known for seeking out projects on the fringes of the national and international art landscape alike, fostering innovative and unconventional creative work.

Outset Netherlands has grown into a dynamic network that, through forming partnerships and providing funding, has committed itself to championing bold artistic expressions and voices visualising our contemporary world.

Outset Netherlands Patrons are an intimate pioneering group of art philanthropists who wish to support and experience relevant contemporary culture and art, open for everyone.

Outset Netherlands Patrons fund the production of relevant contemporary culture and art nourished by creative ecosystems that capture the zeitgeist. Part of the budget is reserved for other art initiatives that also feel urgent. The patrons fund local projects as well as co-fund international projects with the Outset network. It is our intention to support projects at an early, critical stage of their development, as is best expressed through our name: be there at the outset.

Yearly Patronage: €3,500

Yearly Patronage under 40 and/or creatives: €2,000

Yearly Family patronage: €5,000

It is possible to pay the patronage in multiple installments.

For more information about becoming a patron, please contact Creative Director Daan Knijnenburg: daan@outset.org.uk

What does your support unlock?

By supporting creative ecosystems, Outset creates unparalleled opportunities for its patrons to engage in the artistic discourse and the creative process. Patrons are invited to bespoke events throughout the year connected to the projects that Outset supports, allowing for a deeper understanding of the art, the artists and ecosystems that we collaborate with. The events include (virtual) studio visits, talks on the vision of those that capture the zeitgeist, curator- and director-led tours, local and international trips.

Outset Netherlands is a ‘culturele Algemeen Nut Beogende Instelling’ (ANBI). This special status allows patrons to deduct their contribution to Outset Netherlands from their income tax. Read more: ‘Schenken aan Outset Netherlands – de fiscus betaalt gul mee!’