At the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, everyone is welcome to explore and experience modern and contemporary art and design. Through its collection, exhibitions, publications, research, and educational programs, the Stedelijk offers new experiences and perspectives, both on an individual level as well as on a societal level.  

Donations, partnerships and collaborations are of great importance to the Stedelijk. The museum values transparency and clarity towards stakeholders and involved parties regarding the conditions under which donations are accepted and collaborations are entered into in support of the museum’s activities.

  1. Donations to, and collaborations and partnerships with, the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam may be established either directly with the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam or via the Stedelijk Museum Fonds, an independent foundation supporting the museum. This policy applies to all collaborations and partnerships with, and donations or gifts to, the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam and the Stedelijk Museum Fonds, hereinafter jointly referred to as “the Stedelijk.”

  2. The Stedelijk adheres to the principles and codes of conduct set outin the ICOM Code of Ethics for Museums, the Dutch Governance Code Cultuur, the Dutch Code Cultuursponsoring, the Dutch Code Diversiteit & Inclusie, and it endorses the Dutch Fair Practice Code. The Stedelijk does not accept donations or enter into collaborations or partnerships that compromise (the principles of) these frameworks and regulations.  

  3. In accepting donations or gifts and entering into collaborations and partnerships, the Stedelijk acts in the best interest of the museum, prioritizing its artistic integrity and independence. Donations, collaborations or partnerships that may in any way compromise these principles will not be accepted or may be revoked.

  4. A donation of an artwork, or a designated donation for the acquisitionof an artwork, will in principle only be accepted if it aligns with the Stedelijk’s acquisition policy and multi-year collection plan.

  5. The Stedelijk is aware of its role in society and the responsibility that comes with it. In accepting donations and entering into collaborations and partnerships, the museum takes into account societal developments and considers general ethical and fundamental principles, as well as geopolitical and social dynamics. The impact on staff, visitors, and other beneficiaries is also considered.

  6. The Stedelijk avoids improper conflicts of interest between the museum on the one hand and the donor or sponsor on the other.

  7. Donations from members of the Board of Directors, the Supervisory Board, or staff members, as well as their families and close relations, are subject to heightened scrutiny to prevent improper conflicts of interest.  

  8. The Stedelijk does not accept donations in cash or anonymous donations. However, donors or sponsors known to the Stedelijk may choose to remain anonymous to the public.
     
  9. The Stedelijk carefully assesses new donations, collaborations and partnerships before acceptance or engagement. This includes conducting background checks and, where necessary, obtaining external information.

  10. The Stedelijk acknowledges that donors may benefit from a donation, for example through name recognition or a potential increase in the value of their own collection. This is not considered objectionable per se, provided that the artistic integrity and independence of the Stedelijk are not compromised.

  11. In principle, the Stedelijk does not accept additional conditions attached to donations of artworks, such as ongoing obligations regarding the manner or duration of display, storage location, or restoration requirements. The museum does not accept obligations towards third parties.  

  12. The Stedelijk is a Public Benefit Organisation (a Dutch ‘Algemeen Nut Beogende Instelling’ or ‘Culturele ANBI’). Donations may offer tax advantages for donors and partners. It is the responsibility of the donor/partner to seek their own legal and/or tax advice.

  13. The Stedelijk periodically reviews existing collaborations, partnerships and ongoing donations against the principles of this donation policy.

This policy entered into force on 30 September 2025. 

For questions regarding this policy, please contact info@stedelijk.nl.