OTTO Foundation

Introduction

Charities

OTTO Work Force is social. We support all kinds of good initiatives. But one thing we’re incredibly proud of is our OTTO Foundation. We use this foundation to contribute to the regions where many of our employees come from. These regions often face all kinds of problems and challenges and we’d like to contribute to the development of these areas and help people in difficult circumstances with support from the OTTO Foundation.

Policy OTTO Foundation

Objective

The foundation’s objective is to provide social, humanitarian and economic assistance to people on a minimum income in countries where OTTO operates. We do this by providing individual help, but also by supporting authorities and (social) organisations involved with combating poverty;

Unfortunately, there are also wars going on in some of the areas we operate in. This is absolutely horrendous for people. We do our best to provide victims of war violence with humanitarian and economic aid through the foundation;

Ambition

The OTTO Foundation was established in 2002. The OTTO Foundation is a socially involved organisation and therefore wants to contribute to society. The idea behind the OTTO Foundation is that the donation per project benefits people or organisations in need. It's also possible for individuals, by way of exception, to receive support within the context of poverty reduction. The basic principle is that we realise our objectives by collecting financial resources and goods, preferably in collaboration with local authorities, organisations and churches. This allows us to realise the most extensive possible social support. This includes support in relation to sports activities, music and/or orphanages.

Activities executed in 2024

Last year, OTTO Foundation donated financial support for the following projects:

Donation Stichting Droomdag and voluntary work OTTO employees on 2 dream days;
Donation to International Justice Mission (focused on enhancing the justice system in Poland, building local capacity to investigate cases of labor exploitation and providing support for people);
Donation to Stichting Special Talents (aimed at giving children with mental or behavioral issues an opportunity to enjoy playing soccer);
Crowdfunding illness former employee;
RC Polish Parish (Saint Nicholas'Day).

Activities planned in 2025

For the current year, the OTTO Foundation has not yet planned any specific projects, but it will continue to dedicate itself to providing social, humanitarian, and economic assistance to people with low incomes in Poland or other countries where OTTO operates.

Additionally, one-time projects will be supported based on a selection of requests received by OTTO Foundation. The requests may come from both organisations and individuals.

An impression of our Ukraine activities

Meanwhile, the ongoing actions from the OTTO Foundation aimed at helping Ukraine have come to an end and we see that the government and professional aid organizations are providing effective support and care. Nevertheless, the OTTO Foundation will continue to explore future initiatives and projects to support the people in need in Ukraine.

Donation to Stichting Special Talents

We believe in equal opportunities for everyone. This donation allows us to contribute to a society where every child has the opportunity to play sports and grow. We are proud to be part of this wonderful initiative.

About Stichting Special Talents
Stichting Special Talents offers children between the ages of 8-15, who cannot get into a club or G soccer, the opportunity to play soccer together in a safe environment. These are children with challenges such as autism, epilepsy, TOS, DCD, NLD, CP, asthma, obesity or Down syndrome.

Donation to International Justice Mission

The OTTO Foundation made a financial contribution to International Justice Mission. This donation is aimed at improving the justice system in Poland, building local capacity to investigate cases of labor exploitation and providing support to people. For more information please take a look at their website.

The OTTO Foundation Management Team

Our board

The directors don’t receive any remuneration for their work. They are, however, entitled to reimbursement of the costs incurred by them during the performance of their duties. The OTTO Foundation employs no personnel.