The Netherland-America Foundation

10/15/2026

Excitement is building as we look ahead to two extraordinary events in NYC! Join us on November 19th & 20th in NYC for an ensemble performance by the RCO at St. Thomas Church on Thursday night, followed by the 45th NAF Ball on Friday —two evenings you won’t want to miss.

Traveling in for the events? We’ve secured a special room rate at Hotel Park Ave, reservations must be made on or before Monday, October 19, 2026. Don’t miss this opportunity to make your experience even more memorable!

For full event details and to book your room, visit: www.thenaf.org/events/naf-ball

We can’t wait to celebrate with you in the heart of New York City!

10/08/2026

Join the NAF at a tour of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Library and Museum in Hyde Park, NY on Friday, October 16, guided by the Library’s director William A. Harris.

Did you know? Before he was the 32nd President of the United States, FDR was also one of the founders of the Netherland-America Foundation in 1921, acting as a vice president of the NAF until his ascendance to the US presidency in 1933.

RSVP to join us: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/franklin-d-roosevelt-presidential-library-tour-tickets-2002169182923?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/07/2026

Next week on October 15, join NAF-Biz for an exclusive tour of JFK Terminal 4, seeing airport operations firsthand while also hearing from senior aviation executives about the daily uncertainties of international travel including cyber security, geopolitical volatility, the effects of climate change, and customer expectations.

RSVP today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/naf-biz-resilience-in-aviation-exclusive-behind-the-scenes-tour-at-jfk-tickets-2000632880802?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

09/28/2026

How does a delay in the morning in Amsterdam become a problem in New York by lunchtime — and what keeps it from cascading?

On October 15, join NAF-Biz for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of JFK’s Terminal 4 operations and learn how resilience plays a key role in aviation. This tour includes a panel discussion and refreshments in an exclusive look at the airport operations that passengers never see.

Limited tickets are available for this one-of-a-kind event (passport/REAL ID required!), hosted by JFK International Air Terminal LLC. Register here by October 9 to join: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/naf-biz-resilience-in-aviation-exclusive-behind-the-scenes-tour-at-jfk-tickets-2000632880802?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

09/25/2026

On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of the Netherland-America Foundation, we are saddened to share the passing of NAF Board Member John R. Padget on September 22, 2026.

Together with his late partner Jacob Gelt Dekker and with the generous financial support of John’s charitable foundation, the Golden Fleece Foundation, John was the founder of the NAF’s largest program, the Dutch2USA Internship Program. John also founded the USA2Holland Program for American students pursuing internships in the Netherlands.

At the heart of John’s philanthropy was his belief in opening doors for young people who might not otherwise have had the same opportunities, creating possibilities for students that might otherwise have remained out of reach.

The NAF has lost a visionary, but we are deeply grateful for John’s extraordinary impact and the legacy he leaves behind. https://thenaf.org/john-padget/

09/22/2026

In an upcoming webinar with the NAF, Dr. Sjaña Holloway will share insights from her latest book, Ditch the Mask! How to Stop Avoiding and Resisting, and Show Up As You Are.

This book explores a growing theme Dr. Holloway sees across nearly every client: the growing need to live more authentically in everyday life. Through unmasking and staying rooted in authenticity, we can work towards a deeper purpose and resilience — positioning human intelligence as the true differentiator in an era shaped by AI and the attention economy.

RSVP today! https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FtrRQf5zQVK9_CodRUmnQA

08/27/2026

You are cordially invited to the 45th Netherland-America Foundation Ball on Friday, November 20, 2026, at Gotham Hall, New York City.

This year’s "Starry Night" Ball celebrates the enduring friendship between the Netherlands and the United States. Inspired by Van Gogh’s The Starry Night, the evening combines Dutch heritage with New York’s energy at Gotham Hall.

Enjoy entertainment, a live auction with a professional auctioneer, silent auction, raffle, and the return of the Nightclub at Freddy’s Heineken Bar.

For more information and to purchase tickets visit: https://thenaf.org/events/naf-ball/

Secure your spot today and immerse yourself in the 45th NAF Ball.

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06/29/2026

"We are looking forward to welcoming everyone back to Hotel The Grand for our Annual Transatlantic Dinner ✨

After such a memorable and inspiring evening last year, we can’t wait to once again bring together leaders, innovators, and friends from both sides of the Atlantic for an evening of connection, conversation, and celebration. View photos from the past Dinners here: https://conta.cc/4oUHsRJ

See you at The Grand! 🥂
Register Today! https://conta.cc/4oRa4LM

06/19/2026

05/14/2026

An iconic evening deserves an iconic setting. The historic Willard InterContinental Washington will host the 2026 Ambassadors’ Awards Dinner this June. Where diplomacy, culture, and community come together. ✨



Register here:https://conta.cc/49EbLpp