Together we change the future - Social innovation/inclusive participation - meeting for change Thuis brings Wageningen together to work on the world of tomorrow today. We put local issues on the agenda, get started with innovative projects and pioneer with our own programming. We also develop new approaches based on our unique working method that contribute to a fair and sustainable world. We do this by working together with residents, government, companies and knowledge institutions on current social issues. In this way we bring knowledge, policy and practice together and this contributes to the development and implementation of impactful solutions. …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: proptech

We support social and cultural initiatives that are committed to a society in which everyone can participate. VSBfonds supports initiatives that contribute to a society in which everyone actively participates, feels involved and has the opportunity to grow personally and socially. The fund is active in three areas: People & Society for social initiatives that aim to participate, Art & Culture for plans that allow more people to enjoy art and cultural heritage and Scholarships for students who want to continue their studies or conduct research abroad. The fund supports projects with money, knowledge, experience and a professional network. Donations, …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: arttech

Roll up your sleeves for a sustainable Amsterdam! Amsterdam climate neutral within thirty years, with clean air and more green outdoor space. This is the ambition of De Gezonde Stad. The city can be cleaner and more beautiful. We achieve this together with companies and Amsterdammers by stimulating and connecting sustainable initiatives in the city. Amsterdam is a popular city. This is reflected in a growth in the number of inhabitants by no less than one hundred thousand in the next fifteen years. For all residents, but also for companies, visitors and employees, a healthy Amsterdam with a good climate, …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech energytech greentech

For a circular economy and an inclusive society in which second-hand is the first choice. The Kringloop Nederland trade association is the network organisation for the recycling sector and represents the interests of recycling organisations that are committed to a circular economy and an inclusive society. Our members do this through high-quality product and material reuse and by offering work and development opportunities to all possible target groups, including more vulnerable people. BKN represents around 65 recycling organisations with a total of more than 230 stores. Together, the members have a major social impact. The proof of this is reflected …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: civictech cleantech greentech

Kansfonds helpt thuisgeven. Net zo lang tot iedereen een thuis heeft Niemand kan zonder thuis. Een dak boven je hoofd, voldoende geld om van te leven en het diepe besef dat je erbij hoort. Toch zijn er in ons land meer dan 1 miljoen mensen die geen thuis hebben. Ze missen wat nodig is voor een menswaardig bestaan. Dat laten we natuurlijk niet gebeuren in een samenleving waarin we omzien naar elkaar. Daarom helpt Kansfonds al 65 jaar thuisgeven. Samen ontdekken hoe het anders kan en wat de maatschappelijke oorzaken zijn van ‘geen thuis’. Gedurfde oplossingen uitproberen. Én een vliegwiel …

Type: SMB Activities: consumer services

National Partnership for Active Residents. We believe in the power of strong communities. We stand for strong communities We believe in the power of the community. Because strong communities help to tackle complex social issues. And, a close-knit community does not come about by itself. Ownership, decision-making and sufficient places to meet each other are needed. That is what we as the National Partnership for Active Residents strongly advocate for. We put the importance of the strong community on the map and help to create the conditions that are necessary for strong communities to flourish. WHAT WE DO Networking LSA …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: it services

An independent foundation dedicated to culture and development. Prince Claus Fund is an independent foundation dedicated to culture and development. With trust-based funding, connections and recognition, we serve engaged artists and cultural practitioners in places where culture is under pressure. By creating a global network of changemakers and amplifying the ground-breaking work they do, we contribute to a more equitable, peaceful, sustainable and inclusive future. Because culture is a basic need. Culture and Development

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: edtech

Advisory organisation for social issues Spectrum is an enterprising advisory organisation in the social domain. We work towards a society in which people pay attention to each other and take initiatives to improve their living environment. Spectrum supports these initiatives as a market-oriented organisation and as a partner in the Gelderland Liveability Alliance. Our mission is: ‘real for everyone’. Where real also stands for our way of doing business: sincere and reliable. With involvement, with care for each other and the environment. Liveability is an important theme for us. We support and stimulate thinking differently; we connect systems and people …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: healthtech

We study and advocate fiscal innovation to make tax a force for good, enabling a circular and social economy. The Ex’tax Project Foundation is an independent think tank striving towards an update of our tax systems to combat global challenges, such as climate disruption, pollution, resource supply risks and unemployment. We focus on opportunities to increase taxes on resources and pollution, and using the revenues to lower the tax burden on labour: those are the taxshift principles. The foundation raises support and creates alliances and practical tools that help advance the implementation of these principles around the world. Since 2012 …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: fintech

Our work spans across a wide variety of disciplines, and we adapt to the community we work within. We provide practical support to farmers, enable implementation of large-scale ecological rehabilitation projects, assist with information flow between role players and explore new opportunities in the agricultural-ecological interface.

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech

CREATIVITY IS LIFE Africalia’s purpose is to make culture a vector of sustainable human development. Art and culture facilitate discovery, and increase awareness and knowledge. They strengthen commitments and help to open up and promote dialogue. Culture and art, closely related to the concept of creativity, have a fundamental economical value and are therefore essential for the lives of thousands of people. The African continent counts many artists in all disciplines. Africalia supports this cultural and artistic richness with the objective of enabling local people, organizations and artists to blossom and to participate to a necessary change of mentality in …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: arttech

Restoring degraded landscapes in 20+ countries to create brighter futures - for people, nature, community, and business. Working with partners in 20+ countries to restore degraded landscapes, and create brighter futures - for people, nature, community and business. Our collective future depends upon our ability to restore the Earth: our common land. We bring people together to restore landscapes and regenerate the Earth. With our holistic approach to landscape restoration - the 4 Returns framework - anyone can work with nature and their local community to restore a landscape at scale. - Return of Inspiration – Giving people hope, a …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech greentech

The Nationale Postcode Loterij is the largest charity lottery in the Netherlands. Every month, lottery players stand a chance to win great prizes and support charitable organisations working in the fields of human rights, nature and the environment. The Nationale Postcode Loterij mission is to contribute to a greener and fairer world and to raise awareness for the work carried out by these organisations. www.postcodeloterij.nl fund raising and lottery

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: entertainment

People, Nature and Climate. The world faces multiple, simultaneous crises. Widening inequality and economic turmoil threaten communities around the globe. Biodiversity is declining. The impacts of climate change — from extreme heat to destructive floods — are becoming ever-more threatening. While the transition to a better future has begun, it’s not yet happening at the speed and scale necessary. What the world needs is a great transition. And WRI has the research, partnerships and global reach to help get it right. We envision a new era in which the world can meet people’s needs while curbing climate change and protecting …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech greentech agritech

Hollands most informal informal investment network! Business angel netwerk, live pitch events, (syndicaat)investeren

Type: Incubators & VCs

Closed permanently. Continue our mission via studiojux.org. Closed permanently. Thanks for supporting us throughout the years! Still want to make an impact? Continue to support the Nepali factory via studiojux.org.

Type: SMB Activities: fashtech Technologies: Decarbonization

Type: SMB Activities: entertainment it services