Management Board
The Management Board takes care of the Foundation’s ongoing activities, like reviewing and granting funding requests, management of the Foundation’s resources and fundraising. In addition, the Board is responsible for the Foundation policy and for reporting on its work to the Supervisory Board.
Peter – Chair
“In all the years I functioned within the Foundation I saw how we were able to support neglected and suppressed queer communities all over the world. Even our small contribution can be of great importance for the organisations we contribute to and for the people involved. I will do my best to keep our actions flowing.”
Ioannis Pavlopoulos – Secretary
“I am particularly inspired by the PlanetRomeo Foundation’s mission to materially and ethically empower grassroots initiatives in non-privileged regions of the world, while respecting the unique cultural and social contexts in which these communities exist.”
Tim Zijlstra – Partner Relations
“The PlanetRomeo Foundation fulfills a need of global solidary between queers from around the world. Where in the majority world there is relative freedom and finance to support others with less freedom and privilege. The granting system of PlanetRomeo Foundation supports local LGBTQI+ projects exactly at the places where it is most needed and it brings me joy and excitement to be able to be part of this important work.”
Tobias Lasschuijt – Finance
“LGBTQ+ funders have a vital role to play in the fight for equal rights. Countless people across the world are helping their communities every day, and are therefore advancing LGBTQ+ rights across the world. PlanetRomeo Foundation has the incredible position to help these community leaders, role models, and volunteers, to realize their project and to hopefully provide a stepping stone to bigger grants and bigger dreams.
Raymond A. Derks – Treasurer
“I joined PlanetRomeo Foundation because I believe everyone deserves to live with dignity and safety. For me, being Treasurer is about more than oversight; it’s about making sure the generosity of our community is managed with respect and efficiency. I want to ensure our resources are carefully directed toward improving the lives of the gay community and our partners on the ground who are making a real difference. I am here to build a bridge between the resources we have and the practical changes we want to see in the world.”
Justin Acevedo – Communications
“LGBTQ+ funders have a vital role to play in the fight for equal rights. Countless people across the world are helping their communities every day, and are therefore advancing LGBTQ+ rights across the world. PlanetRomeo Foundation has the incredible position to help these community leaders, role models, and volunteers, to realize their project and to hopefully provide a stepping stone to bigger grants and bigger dreams.”
Supervisory Board
The Supervisory Board has final responsibility for the decisions and work of the Foundation and its Management Board. The Supervisory Board consists of four members.
Johan Bos – Chair
“PlanetRomeo Foundation supports small, local LGBTI community projects worldwide. This is important for the improvement of people’s lives, especially where education can stimulate a future with more diversity for young people. I’m glad that I’m able to be a part of this cause.”
Johan is Financial Engineer at the Economic Department of the City of Amsterdam.
Dick de Graaff – Member
“I like to contribute to a world where everyone feels respected, loved and safe. Without prejudice or discrimination in any form whatsoever.”
Dick is Managing Director of Passenger Terminal Amsterdam.
Staff
The Staff takes care of the Foundation’s daily operations, and supports both the Management Board and Supervisory Board.