Fundacja Sprawni Inaczej

What Fundacja Sprawni Inaczej does

Fundacja Sprawni Inaczej is a Polish non-profit foundation established on June 30, 1989 by Justyna Rogińska together with parents, educators, and community activists in Gdańsk, Pomeranian Voivodeship. It operates a network of social services for people with intellectual, physical, and developmental disabilities, seniors, and their families across at least seven locations in the Pomorskie region: Gdańsk (headquarters, Occupational Therapy Workshop, Dom Sąsiedzki "Przy Północnej," ŚDS "Żagiel," Club for former WTZ participants), Kościerzyna/Lubieszyn (ŚDS, WTZ), Bytów (ŚDS, Ośrodek Rehabilitacji Psychoruchowej, Dzienny Dom Senior+), Miastko (ŚDS, Ośrodek Rehabilitacji Psychoruchowej, Placówka Wsparcia Dziennego), Konarzyny, and Pinczyn (Senior Club). Core service lines include occupational therapy workshops (ceramics, paper crafts, household skills, art therapy), specialized psychomotor rehabilitation for children, personal-assistant programs for adults with disabilities, senior day-care, a 16-year theatrical-musical group "A może," and an online Art Gallery showcasing participants' work. Education and awareness tools include a fairy tale ("Bajka o Sprawnych Inaczej") and a board game ("Przeskocz Bariery") used in school outreach.

Name

Fundacja Sprawni Inaczej

Legal name

Fundacja "Sprawni Inaczej"

Website

https://fsi.gda.pl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Fundacja Sprawni Inaczej is a Polish non-profit, founded in 1989 in Gdańsk, operating a network of occupational therapy workshops, community self-help houses, rehabilitation centers, and senior clubs across the Pomorskie Voivodeship to serve people with disabilities, children, and seniors free of charge.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social Services for People with Disabilities

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412), Individual and Family Services (6241)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

Disability Services & Independent Living Support (BPAGACAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Disability Services & Independent Living Support (BPAGAEAG), Community Health, Prevention & Health Education (BPAGACAC), Disability Services & Assistive Solutions (Accessibility, Assistive Tech) (BPAGALAM)

Keywords

• Disability social services
• Occupational therapy workshops
• Rehabilitation services
• Community self-help
• Senior day care

Headquarters

HQ city

Gdańsk

HQ country

Poland

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and charitable contributions: Individual donations, corporate donations, and 1.5% tax contribution program (KRS 0000077718)
2. Government and EU funding: Funding from PFRON (Państwowy Fundusz Rehabilitacji Osób Niepełnosprawnych), European Social Fund, and Solidarity Fund for social services, rehabilitation, and assistance programs
3. Product sales: Sale of handmade crafts including ceramics, magnets, and artworks produced by workshop participants

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Fundacja Sprawni Inaczej operates a network of community-based social service facilities for people with disabilities, seniors, and children in the Pomorskie Voivodeship of Poland. Core services include Occupational Therapy Workshops (WTZ), multiple Community Self-Help Houses (Środowiskowe Domy Samopomocy), a Psychomotor Rehabilitation Center, a Day Support Facility for children, Senior Clubs, a Personal Assistant Program, and a Neighborhood House. All services are provided free of charge to beneficiaries and funded through PFRON grants, European Social Fund projects, individual/corporate donations, and the 1.5% tax contribution program.

Product overview

Fundacja 'Sprawni Inaczej' is a social services organization operating a portfolio of facilities and programs for people with disabilities. The core offerings include: multiple Occupational Therapy Workshops (WTZ) in Gdańsk and Kościerzyna; several Community Self-Help Houses (Środowiskowe Domy Samopomocy) in Gdańsk (Żagiel), Lubieszyn, Bytów, Miastko, and Konarzyn; a Psychomotor Rehabilitation Center; a Day Support Facility for children and youth; Senior Clubs; a Neighborhood House (Dom Sąsiedzki 'Przy Północnej'); a theatrical-musical team 'A może'; an online Art Gallery; and the Personal Assistant Program. The organization also runs therapeutic workshops including ceramics, paper crafts, and household skills, alongside educational tools such as a fairy tale and a board game. These services collectively support rehabilitation, social integration, employment preparation, and community building for people with disabilities across the Pomorskie region.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Dom Sąsiedzki "Przy Północnej": Community center at ul. Północna 5 in Gdańsk Brzeźno, providing social integration services and hosting various community events
• Warsztat Terapii Zajęciowej (WTZ)
• Środowiskowy Dom Samopomocy "Żagiel"
• Klub Seniora
• Galeria Sztuki Fundacji "Sprawni Inaczej"

Products and services

• Warsztat Terapii Zajęciowej (WTZ) w Gdańsku Occupational therapy workshop serving 42 adults with disabilities through ceramic, paper crafts, and household skill workshops, providing therapeutic programs aimed at independence and socialization. The first occupational therapy workshop in the Pomeranian Voivodeship, founded in 1993.
• Dom Sąsiedzki 'Przy Północnej' Neighborhood House at ul. Północna 5, Gdańsk, serving as a community space for people with disabilities and local residents, hosting workshops, cultural events, and social integration activities. Integrated with the foundation's headquarters building.
• Środowiskowy Dom Samopomocy 'Żagiel' Community Self-Help House in the Morena district of Gdańsk providing day support services for people with intellectual disabilities, offering therapeutic and social activities.
• Środowiskowy Dom Samopomocy i Warsztat Terapii Zajęciowej w Lubieszynie (Kościerzyna) Combined Community Self-Help House and Occupational Therapy Workshop in Lubieszyn (Kościerzyna) with polygraphic, art therapy, sewing, domestic, and ceramic workshops serving people with disabilities.
• Środowiskowy Dom Samopomocy w Bytowie Community Self-Help House in Bytów providing day support services for people with disabilities, active for 20+ years.
• Środowiskowy Dom Samopomocy w Konarzynach Community Self-Help House in Konarzyny providing day support services for people with disabilities.
• Środowiskowy Dom Samopomocy i Ośrodek Rehabilitacji Psychoruchowej w Miastku Combined Community Self-Help House and Psychomotor Rehabilitation Center in Miastko serving people with disabilities and offering specialized rehabilitation, physiotherapy, speech therapy, and pedagogical services.
• Placówka Wsparcia Dziennego dla dzieci i młodzieży w Miastku Day Support Facility for children and youth in Miastko providing care and developmental support services for children with disabilities.
• Dzienny Dom Senior+ w Bytowie Senior Day Care Center 'Senior+' in Bytów serving 15 people aged 60+ with day care, social activities, and support services.
• Klub Seniora w Pinczynie Senior Club operating since July 2021 in Pinczyn, serving 20 seniors from Pinczyn and surrounding areas with psychological support, integration activities, and skills training.
• Program 'Asystent osobisty osoby z niepełnosprawnością' Personal Assistant Program for people with disabilities providing support in daily activities, household management, mobility, and social participation across Kościerzyna and Bytów counties.
• Zespół teatralno-muzyczny 'A może' Theatrical and musical team active for 16 years, performing at disability arts festivals and cultural events including the XXI Przegląd Teatrów Osób z Niepełnosprawnościami 'Innym Okiem' in Toruń.
• Galeria Sztuki Fundacji 'Sprawni Inaczej' Online art gallery showcasing diverse artistic works created by beneficiaries during therapy sessions, including painting, drawing, ceramics, and photography.
• Pracownia Ceramiczna (Ceramic Workshop) Ceramic art therapy workshop producing handmade ceramic items including medals, figurines, magnets, and commemorative gifts, integrated within WTZ programs. Originates from 1991 and forms the basis of the occupational therapy workshop.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3 participants of Kościerzyna WTZ obtained employment
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

23 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Coca-Cola HBC PolskaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 June 2026Corporate volunteer program - team of Coca-Cola HBC Polska employees conducted volunteer work at foundation premises, cleaning outdoor areas, refurbishing garden furniture, and painting. Supports foundation's community-building efforts.
• Bank BPHminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate volunteer partnership - Bank BPH employees conducted volunteer work at foundation premises, including creating approximately 1000 handmade magnets. Collaboration began in 2025.
• Fundacja SUP ZatokaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for Piknik Letni event - SUP demonstrations and water activities at beach events supporting foundation's community outreach.
• Rada Dzielnicy BrzeźnocoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLongstanding partnership with local district council for community events including Piknik Letni, Święto Ulicy Północnej, and neighborhood activities.
• GAK ProjektorniaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaboration for cultural and artistic events including Święto Ulicy Północnej and Piknik Letni.
• Miasto GdańskcoreOthersCity government partner providing financial support, facility lease (until 2040), and co-organization of community events. Key supporter of foundation operations.
• Polski Stowarzyszenie na rzecz Osób z Niepełnosprawnością (PSONI)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on projects and initiatives for people with disabilities, joint event participation.
• Klub Seniora 'Pod Cisem'minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner for senior activities and community events.
• Cukiernia 'Szafran'minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal confectionery providing baked goods for charity café at foundation events.
• Pączkarnia 'Gorący Pączuś'minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal bakery supporting foundation events with food donations.
• Restauracja McDonald's RONDO Michał ByczyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRestaurant supporting foundation events with food donations.
• Straż Miejska w GdańskuminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMunicipal police supporting community events.
• Komenda Miejska Policji w GdańskuminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMunicipal police supporting community events.
• Centrum Kształcenia Zawodowego i Ustawicznego nr 1minorGTM or Marketing PartnerVocational school participating in community events.
• Gdańska Organizacja TurystycznaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTourism organization supporting community and cultural events.
• Gdańska Karta MieszkańcaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal resident card program participating in events.
• Fundacja LatebraminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFoundation participating in community events.
• Bar Plażowy Bananowy SongminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal beach bar hosting collection box and selling foundation merchandise (magnets). Provides work trial opportunities for participants.
• Led bistrominorGTM or Marketing PartnerBeach restaurant in Gdańsk Brzeźno hosting collection box for donations.
• Restauracja PeperinominorGTM or Marketing PartnerRestaurant in Gdańsk Brzeźno hosting collection box and magnetic board for foundation support.
• Archer Praline - Dwór MłynarzyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCafé and chocolate shop hosting collection box for donations.
• Kwiaciarnia 'Fabryka Słonecznika'minorGTM or Marketing PartnerFlower shop in Wrzeszcz supporting foundation with collection activities.
• Powiatowe Centrum Pomocy Rodzinie w KościerzyniecoreOthersDistrict Family Assistance Center - partner in 'Rodzinnie w powiecie kościerskim' project for social services expansion.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Stowarzyszenie Przyjaciół Integracji: Polish civic organization promoting social inclusion of people with disabilities through community-based programs and advocacy. Overlaps with the foundation's community integration mission and Dom Sąsiedzki model.

Direct peers

• Fundacja im. Brata Alberta: Polish foundation operating residential and community facilities for adults with intellectual disabilities, including occupational therapy workshops and sheltered employment. Highly comparable WTZ-style programming and multi-facility regional operating model.
• Fundacja Integracja: One of Poland's largest disability-focused non-profits, providing rehabilitation, employment support, independent living assistance, and advocacy. Highly comparable mission, multi-program portfolio, and reliance on grants and donations.
• Fundacja SYNAPSIS: Polish foundation focused on autism spectrum disorders — providing diagnosis, therapy, education, and day support. Comparable specialized therapeutic workshop model and similar grant-dependent revenue structure, with a narrower clinical focus.
• Fundacja Polsat: Large Polish foundation running rehabilitation, therapeutic, and equipment programs for children and adults with disabilities. Comparable multi-county service delivery, government co-funding, and corporate partnership model.
• Polskie Stowarzyszenie na rzecz Osób z Niepełnosprawnością (PSONI): Polish nationwide association supporting people with intellectual disabilities through advocacy, day support, occupational therapy, and family services. Already a documented partner of Fundacja Sprawni Inaczej and operates a comparable service mix (ŚDS, WTZ-style programs) across multiple voivodeships.

Broad incumbents

• Polski Czerwony Krzyż (PCK): Polish Red Cross — large humanitarian organization providing social assistance, senior support, disability programs, and community services nationwide. Comparable multi-facility, grant-and-donation-funded operating model serving overlapping beneficiary groups.
• Caritas Polska: National Catholic charity network delivering social services including disability support, senior care, and family assistance. Far larger and broader portfolio, but operates overlapping facility types (ŚDS, day centers, senior clubs) and competes for similar PFRON and municipal funding.
• Towarzystwo Przyjaciół Dzieci (TPD): Long-established Polish children's welfare association running day support facilities, rehabilitation programs, and family services. Comparable Placówka Wsparcia Dziennego programming for children with disabilities and similar public-grant funding mix.

Others

• Fundacja AVIVA (Towarzystwo Ubezpieczeniowe Aviva / Fundacja Aviva): Polish corporate foundation funding disability, senior, and community programs; a potential funding/donor peer rather than operator. Overlaps with the foundation's grant applicant and donor-relations posture.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles26 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

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