Kunna Haan

Kunna Haan is one of the co-founders of Pictures for Purpose Foundation, a creative initiative that raises funds and awareness for urgent causes through photography.13

Background and Role

Kunna Haan serves as the Creative Director for Pictures for Purpose. The foundation was established in 2020, inspired by similar artist-led initiatives in Italy and the USA.1

Foundation's Mission

Pictures for Purpose organizes print sale fundraisers and exhibitions, collaborating with international artists and organizations. Their aim is to support various groups in the community and spotlight important social issues through curated photography selections.1

Notable Achievements

Since its inception, Pictures for Purpose has organized several successful fundraising campaigns:

• First edition (2020): Raised over €200,000 for the Dutch Food Bank and participating artists affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.1
• Second edition (2021): Generated €85,000 for climate crisis initiatives.1
• Third edition (2022): Raised €252,350 for those affected by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.1
• Fourth edition (2023): Secured €80,392 to support earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria.14

Collaborators

Kunna Haan works alongside other co-founders of Pictures for Purpose:

• Isabella van Marle (former curator of Unseen Amsterdam photography fair)
• Tijn Benedek (digital marketer)
• Raisa Kingma (designer)12

Together, this team has created a platform that not only supports urgent causes but also provides opportunities for artists to share their work and stories while addressing key social questions.1