DOEN Foundation

Profile

DOEN Foundation is a Dutch impact investor based in Amsterdam, founded to promote innovation in social, cultural, and environmental sectors. The foundation has a diverse team that seeks to accelerate transitions to a sustainable, inclusive economy through creative and impactful investments. They are supported by the Postcode Loterij and VriendenLoterij, which helps fund their initiatives. DOEN is recognized for supporting groundbreaking projects that engage the community and drive change.

DOEN Foundation focuses on culture and creativity as a cornerstone of economic and community development. Their investments range from seed to Series A, backing ventures that demonstrate potential in cultural and creative industries. Through their venture arm, Doen Ventures, they explore new opportunities across Europe, particularly in regions and sectors that are underfunded, ensuring creative sectors are included in broader economic discussions.

Notable investments include startups like CultureCache in Denmark, which focuses on sharing cultural heritage via AI, and Body.Scratch in the Netherlands, an immersive game for teaching programming to children. The foundation continues to seek ventures that align with its mission to build a resilient and inclusive society.