ANBI / Transparency

    Project SeaSense is committed to transparency and accountability. As a registered ANBI (Algemeen Nut Beogende Instelling), we publish our governance and financial information here.

    Foundation Information

    Name

    Stichting (Foundation) Project SeaSense

    RSIN (Dutch Fiscal ID)

    868625073

    Chamber of Commerce (KvK)

    98745093

    Address

    VOC-kade 110, 1018 LG Amsterdam, The Netherlands

    Mission

    Project SeaSense promotes scientific research on the state of aquatic ecosystems — including oceans, seas, coastal and inland waters — through open data, citizen science, and technological innovation. The foundation aims to raise awareness and foster collaboration between citizens, scientists, and policymakers to protect the marine environment.

    Policy Plan

    The current policy plan outlines the foundation's mission, activities, fundraising strategy, allocation of resources, and governance structure.

    View Policy Plan (PDF) →

    Board

    Zoran KovačevićChair
    Ernst StokvisTreasurer
    Ellen van den BergSecretary
    Antoinette HoesBoard Member

    Remuneration Policy

    Board members do not receive any remuneration for their work. Only expenses incurred while performing their duties may be reimbursed. Any hired professionals or contractors are compensated at fair-market rates.

    Reporting and Accountability

    Before 1 July of each year, the foundation publishes:

    • A balance sheet
    • A statement of income and expenditure
    • Explanatory notes

    An annual activity report describing progress on the foundation's goals will also be published.

    Financial Accountability

    The financial report for 2025 will be published together with 2026 on this page no later than 1 July 2027.

    Last Updated: November 2025