Three residents start a foundation for Kruispuntkerk
An independent and community-supported operation of the new cultural centre in the Kruispuntkerk. That is the goal of the foundation established by three residents. As a token of appreciation, they received flowers last week from Alderman Hubert Schokker.
The Municipality of Voorschoten has been the official owner of the Kruispuntkerk since May 11. With this purchase, the municipality took an important step toward redeveloping the church into a future-proof cultural centre. Following the redevelopment, its operation and management will be handled by an independent foundation. As a result, residents will soon have a central hub for culture, social gatherings, and community activities.
A great step
The initiators are Eric Daalder, Eduard van Bockel, and Tineke Vrolijk. “I’m very happy that these three residents reached out to the project leader and me,” says Hubert Schokker, director of the “ Alderman .” “Establishing the foundation is a great step toward realizing the cultural centre in the Kruispuntkerk. This brings us a little closer to a vibrant and future-proof cultural heart for Voorschoten.”
Cultural organizations
At the moment, preparations are mainly taking place behind the scenes. For example, the final touches are being put on the “ licence ,” after which the bidding process will begin. The foundation’s members will also be getting to know the cultural organizations in Voorschoten better. They plan to hold their first joint meeting in mid-June.