Ways to support students through KIT Fund

For future leaders in health

Thanks to your donation, large or small, we can train health professionals (doctors, nurses and others) from low(er) income countries to become future leaders in global health. KIT alumnae often occupy more influential positions though which they contribute to health policy and practice at regional, national or even international levels. Your support for one student means better health for many thousands of people.

On this page you will find more information on:

• • Donating with tax benefit

• • Including KIT Fund in your will

• • A named scholarship
  • Join our mission with your foundation

• • Contribute as a company

• • Other ways to support

Your support is important

Students from low-income countries nearly always rely on scholarships to advance their knowledge and skills by persuing further education. In recent years, a number of international scholarship programmes have completely stopped, and the amount of funding from existing grant programmes has significantly reduced.

To provide more students from low(er) income countries the opportunity to participate in the Master Programme at KIT, other sources of funding are needed. This is why the KIT Fund was established, a separate entity dedicated to supporting talented health professionals to study.

Our mission is to offer a growing number of talented health professionals scholarships. We provide this opportunity specifically to people who do not have access to the financial means, show talent, commitment and dedication to improving the healthcare in their communities.

A donation to the KIT Fund

For Dutch residents only

We welcome all donations, whether its a one off or reoccuring. If you are considering making an annual donation, you could opt for a periodic donation. With a periodic agreement for at least five years, you benefit from the maximum tax relief. This allows you to donate more money for less.

Your support for five years

With an annual donation the KIT Fund is assured of your support for at least five years. This gives us financial security and continuity for providing scholarships to talented professionals from low income countries.

Your tax benefit

You can calculate your tax benefit for an annual donation here.

You can also deduct your donation without an agreement if your gift is between 1% and 10% of your annual income.

Donation agreement

Should you wish to enter into a five year donation agreement with us than please download the form here and send your completed form to: kitfund@kit.nl.

If you wish to stop your annual donation, we would appreciate you letting us know by sending us an email at kitfund@kit.nl.

Please note that only donations made after signing the document can be part of the agreement.

A gift in your will

Your legacy for the future health of the world’s most vulnerable populations.

Would you like to contribute to better health for people from low(er) income countries, also in the future? You can, by including the KIT Fund in your will.

Improve global health with a gift in your will

Of course you will first want to take care of your loved ones. You might wish to consider giving something to the KIT Fund as well. With just 1% of your legacy we can train more health professionals from low income countries providing a lasting impact in the future.

No inheritance tax

The KIT Fund has the ANBI status and therefore exempt from inheritance tax. Your donation will be fully used to train future leaders in global health and contribute to better health in low income countries.

Information for your solicitor

To make a will in The Netherlands it is necessary to go to a notary. Your notary needs the following information:

Stichting KIT Fonds,
Mauritskade 64
1092 AD Amsterdam.

Netherlands Chamber of Commerce number: 58344837

Beneficiary or legacy

Residents of The Netherlands can include the KIT Fund in your will as a beneficiary (‘erfstelling’), or leave a bequest or legacy (‘legaat’). This can be a percentage of your assets, a specific amount or even a good (e.g. a house or painting). Your solicitor can advise you about the options.

If you live outside of The Netherlands, please ask a solicitor about the rules and possibilities regarding legacies. Do you first wish to talk to us about your options? Please contact our KIT Fund team: +31 (0)20 – 568 8272. You can also send an e-mail: kitfund@kit.nl.

Please keep in touch

Have you included the KIT Fund in your will? If you let us know, we will keep you informed about the work you contribute to, in a way that fits you.

Named Scholarship

You may wish to name a scholarship, in the name of your family, company or even someone you wish to celebrate or remember.

Your support to one student means better health for thousands

By giving a scholarship to a health professional from a low income country, you contribute to capacity building in communities around the world where it is needed most. KIT alumnae often occupy influential positions after their studies and can therefore contribute to health policy at regional, national or even international levels.

How can you support with named scholarship

A full scholarship for 2026-2027 costs € 46.583. This includes tuition fees, visas, accommodation, travel costs and administration.

More information about named giving

Do you want to know more about a named scholarship? Please contact Lonneke van der Waa, 020 – 568 8562 or l.v.d.waa@kit.nl.

Foundation partnerships

The KIT Fund scholarships exist thanks to the generous support of committed foundations. If your foundation is dedicated to improving global health, investing in talent development, and creating lasting impact, we invite you to partner with us.

Your contribution empowers experienced healthcare professionals to pursue an advanced master’s degrees and elevate care standards in their communities. Together, we can build a healthier, more equitable world.

Ready to explore a partnership? Contact us to discuss your foundation’s priorities, receive a tailored project proposal, and discover how your support can make a meaningful difference.

Grateful for support from

We also thank all foundations that whish to stay anonymous.

Contribute with your company

You can support the mission of the KIT Fund with your company. We can really use your help! You can make both one-off and structural donations. Contact us at kitfund@kit.nl to discuss your wishes and hear more about the possibilities.

Tax advantage

The KIT Fund has an ANBI status. Did you know that your company donation can be deducted from your profit? Read more about it on the website of the tax authorities.

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Other ways to support

Are you celebrating a birthday, promotion, farewell, marriage or birth? And would you rather not ask for gifts because you already have everything? You could consider collecting donations for scholarships. Your guests can also donate directly to the KIT Fund.