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Welcome to the Torarica Community Fund

Torarica Community Fund: Make a Difference with Your Donation

At the Torarica Community Fund, your visits and donations have an impact that goes beyond a memorable experience. Your support plays a crucial role in improving lives and advancing important projects in Suriname. Discover how you can contribute to meaningful change and hope.

History

From Henk Vos Foundation to Torarica Community Fund

Henk Vos Foundation – For the development of tourism and community in Suriname

Founded on July 7, 1992, the Henk Vos Foundation is dedicated to promoting tourism in Suriname. The initial capital was contributed by four companies closely associated with Henk Vos as a supervisory board member: Torarica, Assuria, CIC, and Ma Retraite. 
After years of inactivity, the foundation was restarted as the Community Fund of the Torarica Group, in line with their corporate social responsibility (CSR) and original objectives. 

Some completed projects: 

  • Restoration of Palmentuin 
  • Renovation of the Joden Savanne pier 
  • Beautification of Sommeldsijckstraat 
  • Renovation of the Combé wedding hall 
  • Support for the Volksmuziekschool 


On January 19, 2021, a new board was appointed; the changes to the statutes and the name followed on May 12, 2021. 

Why Support?

Welcome to the Torarica Community Fund – Where your visit makes a difference! 


Every time you visit us, you not only enjoy a memorable experience but also support meaningful projects in Suriname. You help improve education at Waaldijk College and bring smiles to the children of Kinderhuis Betheljada. 


With your donation, we create opportunities, build hope, and make a lasting impact. Donate today at any of the Torarica Group’s cash points and become part of this heartwarming mission. 

Round It Up

We would like to invite you to contribute to the Torarica Community Fund (TCF). There are two easy ways to help: 

  • Round Up Donation:  With the Round Up donation, bills can be rounded up to the nearest whole amount, and the difference is automatically donated to TCF projects. You can choose from three options: 

- Bronze: Round up to the nearest whole amount. 
- Silver: Add $2–$5 extra. 
- Gold: Add $5 or more extra.

  • Donation Boxes 

We have strategically placed donation boxes throughout the Torarica Group at various locations, such as: 

- Torarica Resort: Reception & Restaurant Cash Desk 
- Eco Torarica: Reception & Bougainville Terrace Cash Desk 
- Royal Torarica: Reception & Orchid Restaurant Cash Desk 
- Tangelo: Cash Desk 
- TorWellness: Reception 

Every contribution, big or small, helps create a better future for the students and residents of the projects we support. 
Donate now! 

General Criteria

General criteria for donations:

  • The application must be submitted by a registered organization, foundation, or association, either national or international. 
  • The project must contribute to national or international tourism in Suriname. 
  • The project must align with the objectives of the STCF (Suriname Tourism Community Fund). 
  • The applying organization must be non-profit. 
  • The project must include a start and end date in a project plan. 

Exclusions:

  • No structural support or supplementation of operating deficits. 
  • No donations to individual applicants. 
  • No support for projects with religious or political objectives. 
  • No support for fundraising activities. 

Applications

1. Complete the application form
To submit a donation request, please complete the digital application form in full.

2. Confirmation of receipt
After submitting your application, you will receive confirmation by email within a week. This confirmation confirms receipt of your application and provides an overview of the next steps.

3. Processing time
The processing of an application takes approximately four weeks. It is important to submit your application at least two months before the start of your project to ensure sufficient time for assessment.

4. Approval or rejection
After your application has been assessed by the board of the Henk Vos Foundation, you will receive an official approval or rejection by letter or email. This communication will contain the outcome of the assessment and further instructions.

5. Accountability for the donation funds
Within two months after the end of your project, you must submit a financial report to the STCF. This report must contain a detailed overview of the funds spent. Based on this final statement, the remaining part of the donation will be paid out, depending on the actual costs incurred.

6. Substantive evaluation
In addition to the financial accountability report, you will also receive a substantive evaluation of the project. This evaluation must be submitted within two months of the end of the project and provides insight into the results and impact of the project.

7. Substantive assessment
The assessment of your donation request depends on various factors, including:

  • Whether the request meets the general criteria of STCF.
  • Whether the project is in line with the foundation's objectives.
  • Whether the project fits within the available budget.

8. Agreement
Once your application has been approved, you will receive written confirmation. A donation agreement will then be drawn up. This agreement contains both the general terms and conditions and specific conditions for the further processing of your donation request.

For questions and more information
Do you have questions about the application process or the requirements? Feel free to contact us by email or visit our website for more information.

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