Charity
Shipping company ‘Oosterschelde’ and the ‘het Rotterdamse Zeilschip’ Foundation have an extensive social mission embedded in their Statutes. The vessels ‘Helena’ and ‘Oosterschelde’ are actively deployed for sailing trips and voyages with special target groups.
Each year, we welcome more than 1500 guests on board for a wide range of social and community-focused projects. These include vulnerable young people, elderly guests, people with disabilities or illnesses, primary school pupils, women and children in difficult home situations, refugees, and individuals with residence status. Each group participates in a tailor-made program, delivered under professional guidance and adapted to their specific needs.
Our projects focus on connection, culture, inspiration, relaxation and above all the joy of sailing together.
More information about our social initiatives and how you can support them can be found on the website of the ‘Het Rotterdamse Zeilschip’ Foundation.
