DRK-Kreisverband Siegen-Wittgenstein e.V

What DRK-Kreisverband Siegen-Wittgenstein e.V does

DRK-Kreisverband Siegen-Wittgenstein e.V. is a registered non-profit association (eingetragener Verein, VR 771) and the local chapter of the German Red Cross (Deutsches Rotes Kreuz) serving the Siegen-Wittgenstein district in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. As a chapter within the DRK-Landesverband Westfalen-Lippe e.V. hierarchy, it operates as one of the largest welfare associations in the region, with approximately 900 paid staff, around 1,800 active volunteers, and nearly 12,000 supporting members (Fördermitglieder). Its service portfolio spans emergency medical services (Rettungsdienst, qualified patient transport), home care and ambulatory nursing at four locations (Wilnsdorf, Siegen, Hilchenbach, Burbach), day care for seniors in Netphen/Dreis-Tiefenbach, meal delivery (Essen auf Rädern), home emergency call systems (Hausnotruf), accessible transportation (Fahrdienst, Behindertenfahrdienst), 100+ kindergarten/childcare facilities, refugee advisory and international tracing services, blood donation coordination, youth programs (Jugendrotkreuz), and a state-recognized Training Center for Emergency Medicine South Westphalia providing vocational training for emergency paramedics.

The organization operates a distributed facility network anchored by its headquarters and training academy at Bismarckstraße 68, 57076 Siegen, with wholly-owned subsidiaries DRK-SiWi Hilfsdienste gGmbH (transportation) and DRK-Fahrdienst gGmbH (patient transport) ring-fencing regulated transport operations. The Training Center, state-recognized since October 2005 and QM-certified (DIN ISO 9001:2015) since 2007, delivers digitalized instruction via tablets under EFRE funding, alongside AZAV-certified employment promotion programs valid through March 2030. The technology footprint is primarily digital infrastructure for service delivery — online donation processing via twingle GmbH, Matomo web analytics, social media presence across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn, and self-service portals for meal ordering and seminar registration — with no disclosed AI/ML capabilities, APIs, or proprietary technology platforms.

Revenue is generated through a hybrid non-profit model: health insurance reimbursement for care, transport, and day care services; government contracts for emergency medical services and disaster response; supporting member fees and donations (online, bank transfer, clothing); training and seminar fees (e.g., €50 for first aid courses during summer promotions); and corporate in-house training. GTM motions are community-led (volunteer recruitment, Fördermitglieder programs) and event-driven (first aid courses, training seminars), supplemented by direct-to-consumer service delivery and a digital self-service channel via the website. The organization is governed by an executive board led by hauptamtlicher Vorstand Dr. Martin Horchler, with a presidium headed by President Landrat Andreas Müller, and operates under compliance oversight including a dedicated Hinweisgeberschutzgesetz compliance contact and a Data Protection Officer at the state association level.

Name

DRK-Kreisverband Siegen-Wittgenstein e.V

Legal name

DRK-Kreisverband Siegen-Wittgenstein e.V.

Website

https://drk-siegen-wittgenstein.de

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

DRK-Kreisverband Siegen-Wittgenstein e.V. is the German Red Cross district chapter serving Siegen-Wittgenstein in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, delivering emergency medical services, home care, 100+ childcare facilities, senior day care, refugee advisory services, and a state-recognized emergency medicine training center to local residents, supported by ~900 staff, ~1,800 volunteers, and ~12,000 members.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Humanitarian and Social Services

NAICS

Individual and Family Services (6241), Ambulance Services (621910), Child and Youth Services (624110)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Humanitarian Health & Emergency Medical Relief NGOs (HLAJAKAE)

Keywords

• Emergency medical services
• Home nursing care
• Childcare services
• First aid training
• Humanitarian aid services

Headquarters

HQ city

Siegen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Membership Fees: Financial support from nearly 12,000 supporting members through membership fees, donations, and corporate partnerships. Donation channels include online donations, bank transfers, and in-kind clothing donations.
2. Healthcare and Care Services: Reimbursement from health insurance providers for home care, medical transport, day care, and other nursing services. Covers services for elderly and disabled individuals.
3. Training and Seminar Fees: Revenue from first aid courses, emergency medicine training programs, professional development seminars, and in-house training for companies and institutions. Summer holiday special: First aid courses for €50.
4. Emergency and Rescue Services: Government contracted emergency medical services, patient transport, and disaster response operations funded through public emergency services contracts.
5. Childcare Services: Kindergarten and childcare facility operations providing educational and care services to families in the Siegen-Wittgenstein region.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

DRK-Kreisverband Siegen-Wittgenstein e.V. is a non-profit humanitarian organization providing emergency medical services (ambulance and qualified patient transport), home nursing and senior care (home care, day care, meal delivery, emergency call system, transportation), over 100 childcare/kindergarten facilities, first aid courses, and a state-recognized Training Center for Emergency Medicine South Westphalia. The organization operates through ~900 staff and ~1,800 volunteers across Siegen-Wittgenstein, funded by donations, membership fees, health insurance reimbursements, government contracts, and training fees.

Product overview

DRK-Kreisverband Siegen-Wittgenstein e.V. is a non-profit humanitarian organization and one of the largest welfare associations in the Siegen-Wittgenstein region, operating as a multi-service platform with integrated modules. The organization offers emergency medical services (Rettungsdienst with ambulance and patient transport), home care and nursing services (Häusliche Pflege at multiple locations), senior services including day care, home emergency alerts, meal delivery, and transportation, extensive childcare and kindergarten facilities (over 25 Kindertagesstätten), first aid training courses (Erste-Hilfe-Kurse) in classroom, online, and inhouse formats, volunteer emergency response units (Bereitschaften/Einsatzeinheiten) and rescue dog teams, refugee counseling and tracing services, international aid, youth programming (Jugendrotkreuz), and a state-recognized training center for emergency medicine (Ausbildungszentrum für Notfallmedizin). The portfolio includes donation and membership programs, clothing donation services, and specialized programs such as HENRI. The organization employs nearly 900 staff and engages approximately 1,800 volunteers, serving nearly 12,000 supporting members.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Deutsches Rotes Kreuz Siegen-Wittgenstein: The local chapter brand of the German Red Cross serving the Siegen-Wittgenstein district.

Products and services

• Rescue Service (Rettungsdienst) Emergency medical services including ambulance transport, qualified patient transport (Krankentransport), and emergency response operated with modern vehicles equipped with advanced medical-technical equipment; QM-certified to DIN ISO 9001:2015 since 1997.
• First Aid Courses (Erste-Hilfe-Kurse) Comprehensive first aid training for individuals and organizations including basic training, refresher courses, child emergency care, and specialized programs for sports, educators, and companies; delivered in classroom, online, and in-house at company premises.
• Meal Delivery Service "Essen auf Rädern" (Menüservice) Food delivery service for seniors and individuals unable to prepare meals independently, with an online menu shop for direct ordering; includes meal offerings for businesses and companies.
• Home Care (Häusliche Pflege)
• Transportation Service (Fahrdienst)
• Home Emergency Call System (Hausnotruf) Home emergency alert system for seniors and at-risk individuals enabling rapid response in emergencies; pricing available on request; settlement possible through health insurance.
• Senior Day Care (Tagespflege Dreis-Tiefenbach) Day care services for seniors at the Dreis-Tiefenbach location providing professional care and social engagement.
• Kindergartens and Childcare Facilities (Kindertagesstätten) Network of more than 25 dedicated kindergarten and daycare facilities, including family centers, throughout the Siegen-Wittgenstein region, serving over 100 child day care locations regionally.
• Clothing Store and Donations (Kleiderladen und Sachspenden) Second-hand clothing store (Kleiderladen) in Siegen city center and clothing donation containers throughout the region for collecting and redistributing clothing to those in need.
• Volunteer Emergency Units (Bereitschaften und Einsatzeinheiten) Volunteer emergency response units including medical services, care groups, technical and safety groups, and leadership teams for disaster response; part of the regional Katastrophenschutz structure.
• Rescue Dog Unit (Rettungshundestaffel) Certified rescue dog teams deployed for personnel search and rescue operations.
• Refugee Advisory (Regionale Flüchtlingsberatung) Regional refugee counseling services including support for integration, social counseling, and assistance navigating administrative processes; delivered through offices in Bad Berleburg, Hilchenbach, and other municipalities.
• Tracing Service (Suchdienst) International tracing and family reunification service, part of the global Red Cross network.
• International Aid (Weltweite Hilfe) International humanitarian assistance through the global Red Cross movement including disaster relief and development cooperation.
• Supporting Membership (Fördermitgliedschaft) Financial support membership program enabling ongoing recurring contributions to fund DRK activities and services; nearly 12,000 active supporting members.
• Online Donation Platform Online donation platform enabling direct monetary contributions via direct debit, PayPal, credit card, or mobile payment, with bank account details for Sparkasse Siegen provided.
• Training Center for Emergency Medicine South Westphalia (Ausbildungszentrum für Notfallmedizin Südwestfalen) State-recognized training center for emergency medicine offering vocational training for emergency paramedics (Notfallsanitäter, 3-year program), rescue paramedics (Rettungssanitäter), and rescue assistants (Rettungshelfer); features digitalized instruction through EFRE funding, QM certification to DIN ISO 9001:2015, and AZAV accreditation.
• Care and Household Services (Betreuungs- und Hauswirtschaftliche Leistungen) Support services for household management and daily living assistance for clients in their homes.
• Exercise Programs for Seniors (Bewegung bis ins Alter) Physical activity and exercise programs designed for seniors to maintain fitness and health.
• Psychosocial Cancer Aftercare (Psychosoziale Krebsnachsorge) Support services for cancer patients and their families, including psychosocial assistance.
• Federal Voluntary Service (Bundesfreiwilligendienst) National volunteer service program for individuals of all ages with engagement periods of 6 to 24 months; options for participants under and over 27 years.
• Visiting Service for Seniors (Besuchsdienst) Voluntary visiting service providing companionship and social support for seniors.
• Youth Red Cross (Jugendrotkreuz) Youth organization of the German Red Cross engaging children and adolescents aged 6–27 in social justice, health, environmental, peace, and international understanding activities.
• Blood Donation Service Coordination (Blutspendedienst) Blood donation coordination and awareness managed in partnership with Blutspendedienst West; includes mobile blood donation units.
• Neighbor in Need (Nachbar in Not) Emergency Assistance Emergency assistance program for community members facing acute need, funded by donations.

Quantifiable outcome

• State-recognised emergency medicine training since 2005
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• DRK-Landesverband Westfalen-Lippe e.V.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional state-level DRK association providing support and coordination to the district association. The state association supports the district's training center operations and broader humanitarian mission.
• Bezirksregierung ArnsbergcoreOthersState administrative authority responsible for officially recognising the emergency medicine training institution and overseeing educational standards.
• DQS GmbHcoreOthersAccredited certification body (DAkkS) providing AZAV certification for the organization as an approved employment promotion provider.
• DRK Rettungsdienstschulen (Landesverband Westfalen-Lippe)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNetwork of DRK emergency service schools within the state association including Münster, Olpe, and Dortmund locations, providing coordinated vocational training for emergency responders.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe e.V. (Landesverband NRW): Largest competing welfare-driven rescue and care provider in Germany, running the same emergency medical services, home care, hospice, child care, and first-aid training portfolio with a comparable volunteer + paid-staff model. Direct head-to-head competitor for EMS tenders, training contracts, and membership-driven funding.
• DRK-Rettungsdienstschule Westfalen-Lippe (Münster/Olpe/Dortmund): Network of DRK emergency-medicine vocational schools under the same parent state association, coordinating paramedic training. Directly comparable as a state-recognized vocational training operation sharing curriculum, accreditation, and EFRE-funded digital instruction model.
• Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund (ASB) Westfalen-Lippe: National welfare association running regional chapters in NRW with the same core offerings — rescue service, patient transport, home care, and first-aid training. Direct alternative for municipalities tendering EMS contracts and for households choosing a welfare-affiliated care provider.
• DRK Kreisverband Olpe: Sister DRK district association covering the adjacent Olpe district in North Rhine-Westphalia, operating the same combination of rescue services, home care, ambulance transport, and DRK training school network (Rettungsdienstschulen Westfalen-Lippe). Direct structural peer with identical service mix, volunteer model, and parent state association.
• Malteser Hilfsdienst (Diözesangesellschaft Paderborn): Catholic-affiliated welfare organization operating across NRW with an analogous portfolio: rescue service, patient transport, first-aid training, home emergency call, senior services, and youth programs. Competes with DRK in the same tenders and for the same pool of volunteers and supporting members.

Regional players

• Caritasverband Siegen-Wittgenstein e.V. Catholic welfare counterpart in the same district, providing elderly care, family services, refugee counseling, and care facilities. Comparable mission-driven nonprofit operating in the same geography with overlapping social-services coverage but without the EMS and training center footprint.
• AWO Kreisverband Siegen-Wittgenstein: Workers' welfare association chapter covering the same district, focused on childcare, senior services, family support, and integration programs. Most directly comparable on the 100+ kindergarten footprint and youth/family service lines that DRK operates locally.
• Diakonie Siegen-Wittgenstein: Protestant welfare association in the same Siegen-Wittgenstein district, delivering home care, family support, refugee and migration services, and senior programs. Overlaps directly with the non-emergency side of DRK's portfolio and competes for the same municipal social-services contracts.

Others

• Blutspendedienst West des DRK: Partner DRK blood donation service serving NRW and adjacent states, operated jointly by DRK and the German armed forces. Comparable as a DRK-affiliated regional health services provider and partner in DRK's community blood-donation activities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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