“VNC, for more than 45 years the connecting bridge between the Netherlands and China. Discover, connect and strengthen in cultural, educational and business fields
The VNC is an autonomous, independent Dutch organization that does not receive state and provincial subsidies and relies on generating its own income. The organization is run by volunteers. Everyone contributes to the mission unpaid.
The VNC has been able to sustain itself for nearly 50 years through member dues and organizing cultural economic activities. It remains exciting every year whether a balanced budget can be achieved or whether losses or intervening equity can be minimized.
The covid years have unfortunately hit hard and the board is eager to ensure the continuity of the VNC for the next generation as well. Help out; what can you do?
You can contact us at: info@vnc-china.nl
Become a member
The easiest thing you can do is become a member. Membership is a wonderful investment and support in thinking capital. With a membership fee of only €50 per year, you are a member of the VNC. We are open to anyone who cares about China, regardless of your age, ethnicity or nationality.
Membership covers one calendar year and automatically continues into the following year unless cancelled by December 15. On the membership page you can find more information about pro-rata annual fees and also about student memberschip. Of course, a family membership is available for €70.
As a member of the VNC you get free or discounted access to interesting VNC events such as the China Café in Utrecht, the Chinese New Year, advance notice of films, access to and borrow books from the VNC library, book reviews, cultural gatherings as well as member meetings. Furthermore, with the digital periodical ChinaNow+, news briefs and podcasts, you will always be kept up to date with current affairs. You are also welcome to participate in one of the committees that prepare the activities of the VNC.
Sponsoring and or advertising
For advertising, we will agree on the way your name is mentioned and how advertising will appear on our website and in ChinaNu+.
Sponsorship is broader and means that, during the year, and by choice and in consultation with the organization or its guests, you can make use of the facilities offered by VNC such as participating in events combined with banner placement and media mention of the company/organization name or logo in VNC communications. See below for more information about our sponsorship packages.
In addition to these packages, it is also possible to support an individual event as an event sponsor, such as a China Café or Pub Quiz (fees on request).
It is also possible to organize special networking meetings, place advertorials, give presentations, and by further arrangement meet, invite, or host delegations.
Taking advantage of opportunities to build awareness is very important and demonstrates commitment to VNC events. VNC will be happy to assist in raising the profile of your company/organization with the Chinese and Dutch governments and the business community.
Let us know which option appeals to you—we would be happy to schedule an appointment and create a tailor-made program!
You can contact us at: info@vnc-china.nl
Sponsor
- Logo and name listed on the VNC website.
- Sponsor may use the VNC logo on its own website and materials.
- Opportunity to submit one commercial sponsor activity to the online calendar per year.
- One social media post per year.
- 2 people receive free VNC membership (including free access to all events and ChinaNu+).
Supporter
- Everything in the Sponsor package, plus:
- Homepage website banner for 12 months.
- An advertorial in ChinaNow+ and a social media post promoting the article.
- Opportunity to submit up to 3 sponsor activities per year.
- 2 additional people receive free admission to regular events.
- If desired: one-time banner placement in our quarterly newsletter.
Advocate
- Everything in the Supporter package, plus:
- Co-branding of one tailor-made event or initiative.
- Opportunity to speak or present at selected events.
- Prominent priority placement on the website and in all communications.
- Special welcome feature on our website and in the newsletter.
- Opportunity for co-branding of up to 2 activities/events per year.
