Policy Plan

Started on October 26, 1986, as the "Brasili-ja Working Group," we became a foundation on August 12, 2002: the "Auxilia Foundation."

Since 2020, we have continued under the name Auxili-ja!
This plan was developed within the framework of the ANBI (Public Benefit Organization) regulation and will be updated every 5 years.

Kees Ooijevaar, secretary  - December 2025

Mission and vision

Auxili-ja! supports small-scale projects worldwide that benefit the local population.
This mission arises from
*the first 6 of the 17 world goals set by 189 world leaders in 2015
*the encyclical Laudato Si of Pope Francis.

The World Goals
We are inspired by the first 6 world goals:

1. Eradicate all forms of extreme poverty
2. End hunger, ensure food security and sustainable agriculture
3. Healthcare for everyone
4. Equal and high-quality education
5. Equal rights for men and women and empowerment of women and girls
6. Clean water and sanitation for everyone

Laudato Si
From the encyclical:

• the close relationship between the poor and the fragility of the planet
• the belief that everything in the world is connected
• the criticism of new models and forms of power arising from technology.
• the call to approach economics and progress in different ways
• the value proper to every creature
• the human meaning of ecology
• the need for a frank and fair debate
• the serious responsibility of international and local policy
• the throwaway culture and the proposal of a new lifestyle

Organization

Auxili-ja! is a small-scale organization with a primarily local presence, where members feel involved in a pleasant environment.
The Auxili-ja! board is a "working fund." This means that, in addition to managing the foundation, members are also actively involved in selecting projects to sponsor and organizing various activities. Follow-up or expansion is achieved by seeking qualified individuals within their own networks. Meetings are held approximately every six weeks.
When an activity is planned, the meeting frequency increases.

Activities

Each activity has a schedule/timeline. This specifies exactly who does what and when.

Communication

The Auxili-ja! Foundation wants to involve as many people as possible in its work. The name needs to be buzzing, and people need to be kept curious. This is achieved by keeping the website (www.auxili-ja.nl) up-to-date (Digital Dreams maintains the website), local media, brochures, social media, and presentations.

Fundraising

Auxili-ja! is a fundraising organization that actively conducts various activities (both large and small) to raise money for projects that meet its objectives. Since 2023, "Friend of Auxili-ja!" has been open for an annual contribution of 20, 40, or 50 euros. In addition, several donations are received annually.

Projects

Anyone can submit an application for support of a project. Two forms have been developed for this purpose. These forms can be found on the website.

Division of tasks

Apart from the chair and treasurer, there is no division of tasks. Tasks are allocated among the members for each activity.

Management and Expenditure of Funds

Auxili-ja! has a bank account and a savings account. There is no policy regarding the amount or the period for which amounts must be locked up. The treasurer is responsible for this. 
Upon dissolution of the foundation, the board will remain in place until the liquidation of the assets is completed. The funds will be spent in accordance with the foundation's mission and vision. The books and records will be retained for 10 years by a person designated by the board.

Future

At the time of writing this Policy Plan (December 2025), we have been working towards achieving our Mission and Vision for over 34 years. Every five years, we evaluate our progress, reflecting on the past and looking ahead.