Our team

YOUNG Foundation is a collective. We are founders, board members, and advisors who believe in one thing: when young people get the right support, they move faster and further.

We connect young entrepreneurs with experienced mentors, and we back sports initiatives that create access, confidence, and community.

This is the team behind the work, and behind the connections that make a real impact.

Board Member

Nanne Veenstra

Nanne Veenstra is a real estate entrepreneur with degrees in Economics and Information Technology. He started his career in banking, spent several years at a scale-up, and later moved into the real estate sector, where he brings together broad experience from different industries. Curious and positive by nature, Nanne enjoys exploring new fields and finding practical ways to turn ideas into reality.

Board Member

Sara Driessen

Sara Driessen is a gynaecologist who guides people through some of the most transformative moments in their lives. She brings to the Young Foundation Board a deep appreciation for resilience, trust, and perseverance. Moreover, Sara is passionate about making entrepreneurship accessible to all, and helping young changemakers turn their ideas into meaningful impact regardless of their backgrounds.

Board member

Jorge Hortelano

Jorge Hortelano is a finance professional who brings a strong financial lens to the YOUNG Foundation Board. He supports the Foundation in evaluating both entrepreneurship and sports initiatives with rigour, transparency, and long-term responsibility. Jorge is focused on ensuring that resources are allocated carefully, so every partnership and donation can translate into sustainable impact over time.