FOODBANK & CULTURAL SECTOR
A PRINT SALE FUNDRAISER
IN RESPONSE TO COVID-19
11 May – 25 Mat 2020
The first edition of Pictures for Purpose (11 May – 25 May 2020) responded to the implications of the COVID-19 pandemic, collaborating with 36 artists based in the Netherlands. The proceeds from each print sold were shared between the Dutch Food Bank and, at their discretion, the participating artists – who themselves had been deprived of valuable streams of income. With this structure, we sought to avoid relying solely on the generosity of the artists, whilst also offering support to those in acute need in the Netherlands. We could never have expected to raise over €200.000 in just two short weeks.
The proceeds from this fundraiser were shared between Justdiggit, an organization combating climate change with grassroots organizations in East Africa, and the participating artists themselves, to account for lost revenue during the coronavirus pandemic. Our efforts across this edition generated an incredible €85.000 in sales.
The UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration The United Nations General Assembly has declared the years 2021 to 2030 as the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration. Led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations – with the support of partners like Justdiggit – it is designed to prevent, halt and reverse the loss and degradation of ecosystems worldwide.
Justdiggit
Justdiggit is committed to reviving lost ecosystems, with an emphasis on regreening millions of hectares of land where vegetation is threatened by climate change. A global call to action, the UN decade draws together political support, scientific research, and financial muscle to massively scale up restoration.
Visit www.decadeonrestoration.org and www.justdiggit.org to learn more.
SARAH VAN RIJ
JULIA MARINO
WALTER PIERRE
HANANE EL QUARDANI
GILLEAM TRAPENBERG
VIVIANE SASSEN
LOTTE VAN RAALTE
THIRZA SCHAAP
KATA GEIBLI
AWOISKA VAN DER MOLEN
SCARLETT HOOFTGRAAFLAND
SOPHIE VAN DER PERRE
KYLE WEEKS
LOUISE HONEE
RUTH VAN BEEK
PHELIM HOEY
ELSPETH DIEDERIZ
HANNEKE VAN LEEUWEN
VERA VAN DAM
MARLEEN SLEEWITS
SANJA MARUSIC
HENK WILDSCHUT
HAJAR BENJIDA
BATIA SUTER
KATARINA JURICIC
PARISA AMINOLAHI
JO DENNIS
JAYA PELUPESSY
SJOERD KNIBBELER
AUKJE DEKKER
DESIRÉ VAN DEN BERG
BERTIEN VAN MANEN
DANIËLLE VAN ARK
VYTAUTAS KUMZA
OLYA OLEINIC
ALEX AVGUD
WHY SUDAN NEEDS URGENT SUPPORT
Since war broke out in April 2023, conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has triggered the largest displacement and protection emergency in the world today. Attacks on displacement camps, hospitals, and critical infrastructure, as well as looting, torture, and widespread conflict-related sexual violence, have displaced almost 12 million people. The situation in Sudan has become a regional emergency with global implications that cannot be ignored. The ripple effects are being felt across an already fragile region, placing enormous strain on host communities, local services, and humanitarian operations, while the needs of those affected continue to grow.
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is a global organisation dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights, and building a better future for people forced to flee their homes due to conflict and persecution. The UNHCR remains on the ground in seven states across Sudan, as well as working in neighbouring countries to protect and assist refugees and returnees. Despite insecurity and access constraints, teams continue to provide life-saving support, coordinate emergency response, and advocate for protection and access to basic services.