Cordaad Welzijn

What Cordaad Welzijn does

Cordaad Welzijn is a Dutch non-profit foundation (Stichting) headquartered in Veldhoven, North Brabant, that delivers social welfare and community support services across nine municipalities in the Zuidoost-Brabant region. The organization was formed in 2015 and completed a merger with Stichting Welzijn de Kempen in 2020, currently operating with approximately 94 employees supplemented by a substantial volunteer workforce. Its service portfolio spans 23 named programs covering youth work, elderly support, debt counseling, mental health support, social activation, neighborhood initiatives, and integration assistance. The organization holds ANBI (Algemeen Nut Beogende Instelling) charitable status and the Kwaliteitslabel Sterk Sociaal Werk quality certification (awarded October 2025), and was nominated for the Appeltjes van Oranje 2026 award.

The organization's operations are built around face-to-face service delivery rather than proprietary technology platforms. Service channels include neighborhood meeting points, community centers, school-based interventions, and home visits. The technology footprint appears limited to a corporate website (with accessibility compliance obligations to meet by March 2027) and standard administrative tooling, with no evidence of bespoke software, AI systems, or digital service platforms. Recent strategic positioning includes a partnership with ASML for corporate workforce engagement programming, suggesting initial movement beyond pure municipal-subsidy dependence.

The business model is publicly funded through municipal subsidies from the nine commissioning municipalities, supplemented by ANBI-channel donations, sponsorships, and grants from private partners including ANWB and ASML. There are no disclosed financial figures, pricing models, or per-service revenue mechanics; the foundation operates on a cost-recovery basis typical of Dutch subsidized welfare organizations. The 2025 leadership transition from Jacqueline van Poeteren to Diane van Zwet marks a strategic inflection point, with no disclosed directional change to the operating model at this time.

Name

Cordaad Welzijn

Legal name

Stichting Cordaad Welzijn

Website

https://cordaadwelzijn.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Cordaad Welzijn is a Dutch non-profit foundation headquartered in Veldhoven, delivering social welfare services across nine municipalities in Zuidoost-Brabant. The 94-employee organization provides 23 community programs funded primarily through municipal subsidies and donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social Welfare Services

NAICS

Social Assistance (624), Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Individual and Family Services (6241)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

Keywords

• Social welfare services
• Community support programs
• Neighborhood mediation
• Youth work services
• Caregiver support

Headquarters

HQ city

Veldhoven

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Municipal Subsidy (Publiek gefinancierd): The primary revenue source is public funding through subsidies granted by municipalities based on the Algemene Wet Bestuursrecht (General Administrative Law Act). Cordaad Welzijn operates as a publicly funded welfare organization.
2. Fundraising from Charitable Foundations: Secondary funding is obtained through fundraising activities targeting good causes and charitable foundations. The organization pursues external funding to supplement municipal subsidies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Cordaad Welzijn is a Dutch non-profit foundation (Stichting) that delivers community welfare and social support services to residents of 9 municipalities in Zuidoost-Brabant. Its offerings span neighborhood development, mediation, youth and elderly support, caregiver assistance, financial and administrative coaching, refugee integration, language learning, volunteer coordination, palliative care, transport for less mobile residents, and energy-saving home modifications — all provided free of charge and financed by municipal subsidies and charitable donations.

Product overview

Cordaad Welzijn is a social welfare organization (Stichting) providing community well-being services across 9 municipalities in Southeast Brabant, Netherlands. The organization operates as a service platform combining staff-delivered programs with volunteer-based initiatives. The portfolio includes 23 named services covering community building (Buurt en Wijk), conflict resolution (Buurtbemiddeling), financial/administrative support (Geldzaken en Formulieren), youth services (Jeugd en Jongeren), language support (Taal), refugee assistance (Vluchtelingenwerk), caregiver support (Mantelzorgers, Jonge Mantelzorgers), palliative care (VPTZ), transportation (ANWB AutoMaatje), home assistance (Klussen en Boodschappen), energy coaching (Energie Coaching, Veldhovense Kluskar), and social connection programs (Netwerkbuddy, Zelfhulpgroepen). Services are delivered through professional staff coordinated with volunteer networks, supported by municipal partnerships.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Expeditie Veldhoven: A buddy program that connects Internationals and Locals in Veldhoven through a buddy program and dynamic group activities twice a month
• Veldhoven Skillz
• Veldhovense Kluskar
• ANWB AutoMaatje
• Kook & Keuvel

Products and services

• Buurt en Wijk (Neighborhood and Community Development) Community building and neighborhood support services that strengthen local communities and address issues such as safety, activities, and social cohesion for residents of Zuidoost-Brabant.
• Buurtbemiddeling (Neighborhood Mediation) Mediation service that helps resolve disputes between neighbors through facilitated dialogue and conflict resolution, available to residents of the 9 municipalities.
• Dorps- en Bewonersondersteuning (Village and Resident Support) Advice, guidance, and connections to appropriate services for community members in villages and neighborhoods across Zuidoost-Brabant.
• Energie Coaching (Energy Coaching) Personal guidance to help residents reduce energy costs and live more sustainably through home energy assessments and tailored advice.
• Informerend en Adviserend Huisbezoek (Informative Home Visits) Informative home visits for residents turning 75 or 80, providing tips on municipal services, health, safety, and daily living.
• Geldzaken en Formulieren (Money and Forms Support) Support with financial questions, tax documents, form filling, and budget management through trained volunteers, including the Formulierencafé walk-in sessions.
• Jeugd en Jongeren (Youth and Young People Services) Youth work services for people aged 10-24, offering activities, coaching, education, and support for personal development across the 9 municipalities.
• Klussen en Boodschappen (Errands and Shopping Assistance) Volunteer assistance with small household repairs and grocery shopping for residents temporarily unable to do so themselves.
• Mantelzorgers (Caregiver Support) Support services for informal caregivers including information, advice, peer contact, workshops, and appreciation activities.
• Jonge Mantelzorgers (Young Caregivers Support) Support for young caregivers under 25 who live with someone needing extra care, offering a listening ear, activities, and connections with peers.
• Moeders Informeren Moeders (MIM) Peer support program connecting mothers with experienced mothers in their neighborhood for sharing experiences and advice.
• Onafhankelijke Client Ondersteuner (OCO) Independent client support helping people navigate questions about care, support, youth help, participation, education, welfare, housing, work, and income.
• Netwerkbuddy (Network Buddy) Volunteer buddy service helping people expand their social network and find activities that match their interests.
• Repaircafé, Recyclers, Fietsenmakers Repair café fixing electrical items, bike repair service, and recycling initiative for sustainable reuse.
• Taal (Taalcafé, Taalcoach, DigiTaalhuis) Language support services including Taalcafé conversation groups, one-on-one language coaching, reading clubs, and the VoorleesExpress for Dutch language learners.
• Veldhovense Kluskar (Energy-Saving Mobile Service) Mobile service bringing free home energy modifications such as radiator foil, draft strips, pipe insulation, and LED lamps to Veldhoven residents.
• Veldhoven Skillz Sport and culture activities for elementary school children ages 4-12, offering free programs in sports, culture, citizenship, and healthy schools.
• Verenigingsondersteuner (Association Support Veldhoven) Support for sports clubs and cultural organizations in strengthening local associations and implementing local sports agreements.
• ANWB AutoMaatje (Volunteer Driver Transport) Volunteer driver transportation service using private vehicles to transport less mobile residents to medical appointments, shopping, and social visits.
• Vluchtelingenwerk (Refugee Support) Support services for refugees including housing assistance, administrative help, residence permits, language coaching, and integration support.
• Vrijwilligers Palliatieve Terminale Zorg (VPTZ) Volunteer palliative care providing comfort, practical help, and emotional support for terminally ill people and their caregivers.
• Vrijwilligerscentrale (Volunteer Center) Central hub connecting volunteers with organizations, providing mediation, information, promotion, and professional development.
• Zelfhulpgroepen (Self-Help Groups) Support groups for people facing similar challenges, including bipolar disorder, brain injury, autism, tinnitus, caregivers, grief, addiction, and more.

Named customers12 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

23 partnerships are on record, tiered core and secondary.

• ANWBcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for ANWB AutoMaatje transport service. ANWB AutoMaatje connects less mobile residents with volunteer drivers using their own cars. The service has facilitated over 1 million trips nationally. Cordaad coordinates the local service in their municipalities.
• Gemeente VeldhovencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary municipal partner in Veldhoven. Cordaad Welzijn receives municipal funding and collaborates on various community programs including Veldhoven Skillz, Veldhovense Kluskar, and ANWB AutoMaatje Veldhoven.
• Bibliotheek De KempencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in DigiTaalhuis initiative for language learning. The DigiTaalhuis brings together multiple organizations including Stichting Lezen en Schrijven, Gemeente Bladel, Taalkracht, and Cordaad Welzijn to support non-native Dutch speakers.
• Stichting Zelfhulp Netwerk Zuidoost BrabantsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for self-help groups in Veldhoven municipality. Supports various support groups for conditions including bipolar disorder, acquired brain injury, autism, tinnitus, and more.
• SWOVEcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal welfare organization partner. SWOVE collaborated with Cordaad Welzijn on ANWB AutoMaatje Veldhoven. Also a partner in the Veldhovense Kluskar initiative for energy assistance.
• Veldhoven SkillzsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization for sport and culture activities for children aged 4-12 years. Cordaad Welzijn manages this initiative with support from the municipality and various partners.
• Gemeente Heeze-LeendecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMunicipal partner for welfare services. Cordaad Welzijn receives municipal funding to provide various social services in the municipality.
• Gemeente ValkenswaardcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMunicipal partner for welfare services. Cordaad Welzijn has historical roots in Valkenswaard (formerly Stichting Paladijn) and continues to provide comprehensive services.
• Gemeente EerselcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMunicipal partner for welfare services. Programs include Kook & Keuvel cooking club for people with dementia and their caregivers.
• Gemeente CranendonckcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMunicipal partner for welfare services including refugee work coordinated by Lonneke van Tuil.
• Gemeente WaalrecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMunicipal partner for welfare services including neighborhood mediation coordinated by Björn Roos.
• Gemeente BladelcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMunicipal partner for welfare services. Part of DigiTaalhuis collaboration for language support.
• Gemeente BergeijkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMunicipal partner for welfare services. Includes youth work programs.
• Gemeente Reusel-De MierdencoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMunicipal partner for welfare services including neighborhood mediation.
• WoonbedrijfsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Veldhovense Kluskar initiative for energy assistance to residents, helping with home energy efficiency improvements.
• Woonstichting 'thuissecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Veldhovense Kluskar initiative for energy assistance to housing association residents.
• WoonincsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Veldhovense Kluskar initiative for energy assistance to housing association residents.
• Veldhoven DuurzaamsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Veldhovense Kluskar initiative for sustainability and energy assistance.
• Stichting Lezen en SchrijvencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in DigiTaalhuis initiative for literacy and language learning support.
• LumenssecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal partner that collaborated on neighborhood mediation networking event with approximately 40 network partners from A2 municipalities and Waalre.
• R-NewtsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducation provider for youth worker professional development. Cordaad's youth workers completed a 10-session youth work training program.
• ASMLsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in 'We doen het samen in de Heikant' project for community building in Veldhoven neighborhood, supporting social cohesion with newcomers.
• Precies!secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in community building projects including 'We doen het samen in de Heikant' for neighborhood cohesion.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• MantelzorgNL: National association supporting informal caregivers (mantelzorgers) — directly comparable to Cordaad's Mantelzorgers and Jonge Mantelzorgers programs. Provides comparable information, advice, and peer support but at national scale rather than regional.
• VluchtelingenWerk Nederland: National Dutch refugee support organization directly comparable to Cordaad's Vluchtelingenwerk program (resettlement, language coaching, administrative support, integration). Operates nationally with regional afdelingen, including in Brabant.
• Humanitas: Large, national Dutch welfare and social services organization offering comparable programs (caregiver support, buddy/mentor programs, integration support, home help) across the Netherlands — same service categories as Cordaad but with substantially broader geographic and operational scale.
• Leger des Heils Nederland: Salvation Army Netherlands — large national welfare organization offering comparable community support, financial coaching, refugee work, and social activation services across the country, including in Brabant.

Others

• Sociaal Werk Nederland: National professional association for social work in the Netherlands and the awarding body of the Kwaliteitslabel Sterk Sociaal Werk that Cordaad earned in 2025 — represents the broader Welzijn sector and shapes quality standards Cordaad must meet.
• Movisie: Dutch knowledge institute for the social domain, providing research, tooling, and program methodologies used by Welzijn organizations including Cordaad. Adjacent enabling actor rather than direct competitor.

Direct peers

• Stichting Lezen en Schrijven: Dutch foundation focused on literacy and language learning for adults — directly comparable to Cordaad's Taal program (Taalcafé, Taalcoach, VoorleesExpress). Confirmed partner in the DigiTaalhuis collaboration.
• Lumens: Regional welfare organization operating in the same Zuidoost-Brabant region as Cordaad, delivering comparable Welzijn services (neighborhood support, youth work, caregiver support). Confirmed peer; co-organized a neighborhood mediation networking event with approximately 40 network partners.
• SWOVE: Local welfare organization that collaborated with Cordaad Welzijn on ANWB AutoMaatje Veldhoven and the Veldhovense Kluskar initiative for energy assistance. Directly comparable Welzijn provider serving overlapping municipalities.

Regional players

• Bibliotheek De Kempen: Regional library organization in the same Kempen region as Cordaad; confirmed partner in the DigiTaalhuis initiative for language learning. Adjacent community-services actor serving overlapping residents with related literacy/digital-inclusion missions.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/cordaadwelzijn
• Facebookfacebook.com/cordaadwelzijn
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cordaadwelzijn

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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