FUND & PARTY
DE TRUT
Association the Trut is an Amsterdam queer party that has been organised 100% by volunteers for 40 years, the profits of which go to Foundation The Trut Fund, which in turn subsidises LGBTQIA+ projects.
The subsidy commission meets every two months to decide which applications will be grant a subsidy. Here we put one of them in the spotlight.
THE ORGANISATION: AIDSFONDS
We strive for a world where there are no longer any deaths from AIDS, where people enjoy good sexual health, and a cure is available for all people living with HIV. A world in which everyone can love freely and without fear. For all that is love.
THE PROJECT: BLOOM
Young mothers living with HIV experience the burden of double stigma. This prevents them and their children from accessing HIV, health, education and other services. The BLOOM project works to achieve a healthy future for children and their young mothers (aged 10-24) living with HIV in Uganda, with a particular focus on young mothers aged 10-18 living with HIV. The project is an inspiring collaboration of two Ugandan community-based organisations: Community Health Alliance Uganda (CHAU) and Joy Initiatives Uganda, and is funded by Aidsfonds.
THE SUBSIDY: €40.000
To mark our 40th anniversary, the Aidsfonds will receive the Trutaward 2025, worth €40,000.
GRANTS 2025: € 87.253
We, the employees of Association the Trut, all work as volunteers and the fixed costs of the Trut are relatively low.
As a result, the association makes a nice profit, despite the low drink prices.
We give the net profit to Foundation The Trut Fund, which is then spent entirely on subsidies for LHBTQIA+ projects worldwide.
Every two months, the foundation's subsidy committee meets to discuss the applications received.
The overview shows which projects we have awarded subsidies for in 2025. On the fund page you can read how to apply for a subsidy.
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DONATE?!
You can also donate to the Trut Fund.
THE TRUT 1985-2026
The Trut is a legendary, non-commercial queer club in Amsterdam that has played an important role in the city's LGBTIQA+ scene for decades. The club is best known for its unique atmosphere, anti-commercial stance, and the fact that it is run exclusively by volunteers.
On October 17, 1981, the vacant Tetterode complex on the Bilderdijkstraat in Amsterdam is squatted. The former type foundry and printing press factory, where hundreds of Amsterdammers had worked since 1903, is then nominated for demolition. The severely neglected complex of three high-rise buildings ...
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TRUT VIBES #24
Trut Vibes brings the atmosphere and magic of De Trut to life through meetings and interviews with a DJ, volunteer, or visitor.
This last time, with a personal message from presenter Robert, and a meeting with DJ Linx, aka Lineke Wiebrands, who will be speaking from Melbourne, Australia, about her travels, passions, and close ties with De Trut. Also included is an original DJ mix by Linx.
Trut Vibes is presented by Robert Weijers for MVS Gaystation, in collaboration with De Trut.
BECOME A TRUT VOLUNTEER
WHAT MAKES DE TRUT SO SPECIAL?
100% volunteers: For 40 years, De Trut has been running entirely on the efforts of passionate volunteers. The profits from Sunday evening go entirely to small-scale LGBTQI+ activities, in 2024 more than €48,000.00.
A rich history: Since the 1980s, De Trut has been a safe and vibrant place for the queer community. We are proud of our history and the role we play in the emancipation of LGBTQIA+ people.
A flat organizational structure: With us, everyone is equal. We believe in collaboration and give every volunteer a voice in the club's ins and outs. We do not have a director or manager and decisions are made by consensus.
A close-knit community: At De Trut you will find a warm and inclusive environment where you can be yourself and meet new people.