What Jong Nederland does

Jong Nederland is a Dutch non-profit youth federation (Stichting Jong Nederland) founded on December 6, 1944, headquartered at Vredeman de Vriesstraat 38a in Tilburg. It operates a federation of 51 locally affiliated youth clubs across 8 Dutch districts (De Kempen, De Peel, Groot-Haarlem, JNGB, Noord Oost Brabant, Tilburg, Twente, and Utrecht), serving approximately 4,000 youth members aged 4-17 — organized into five age tiers: Minioren (4-6), Maxioren (7-9), Junioren (10-12), Senioren (13-15), and a 16+ group — and supported by around 1,400 volunteers (with ~1,300 cited in another source). The organization's positioning is explicitly non-competitive: no uniforms, no performance pressure, and inclusive admission regardless of ability.

The product portfolio centers on the weekly youth-club program (the core offering), supplemented by the Spelendatabank (a searchable online database of 1,562 games and activities indexed by category and age), the Activity Calendar of national events and courses, volunteer training programs (Introductiecursus, Kamp/bivakcursus, Workshops), a branded merchandise webshop, a Blokhutten cabin-rental platform listing 27 properties, and a password-protected Vrijwilligersplein volunteer portal that integrates Conscribo membership-administration software. The technology stack is essentially a CMS-based website plus off-the-shelf third-party tools; there is no proprietary platform of scale.

The revenue model is a multi-stream federation structure: (i) recurring membership contributions from local departments — €125 per club per year, €12.25 per volunteer (kaderlid), and €11.25 per youth member per year — flowing up to the national stichting; (ii) municipal subsidies for recognized societal value; (iii) ANBI-eligible donations via a dedicated online form at preset tiers of €10/€25/€50/€100 or custom amounts; (iv) webshop merchandise sales (T-shirts €12-€18, activity books €2.50-€75, stickers €3.50-€5, pins €37.50-€60); and (v) unit-priced training revenue (workshops at €150 base, introductiecursus at €25, kamp/bivakcursus at €35 plus €20 accommodation). National subsidies from the Dutch government were fully phased out to zero from 2004 onward, and the organization underwent major restructuring in the late 1980s-1994 after Jong Nederland Limburg's departure caused significant membership loss. The Landelijk Bureau today runs on a very lean staffing model, with two new hires added in July 2025 to the historically two-person marketing/communication function.

Name

Jong Nederland

Legal name

Stichting Jong Nederland

Website

https://jongnederland.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1944

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Jong Nederland is a Dutch non-profit youth federation operating 51 affiliated local clubs serving approximately 4,000 youth members aged 4-17 across 8 Dutch districts, supported by ~1,400 volunteers and a lean national bureau in Tilburg, with revenue from membership fees, ANBI-eligible donations, municipal subsidies, training, and merchandise.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development Services

NAICS

Sports Teams and Clubs (711211), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (7212), Business Associations (813910)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Group Camping & Scout Camps (THAGAOAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth Multi-Sport Camps (General Athletics, Summer Camps) (MPAKAJAA), Community Foundations (BPAGAKAB)

Keywords

• Youth organization services
• Community youth clubs
• Volunteer training programs
• Youth activity programs
• Nonprofit youth development

Headquarters

HQ city

Tilburg

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Contributions: Local clubs affiliated with Jong Nederland pay annual membership fees: €125 per department/club, €12.25 per volunteer (kaderlid), and €11.25 per youth member. Individual departments set their own local contribution rates.
2. Donations: Jong Nederland accepts donations from individuals and organizations to support youth activities and club support. The organization is registered as an ANBI (Algemeen Nut Beogende Instelling), allowing donors to deduct gifts from income or corporate taxes.
3. Webshop Sales: Online store selling branded merchandise including T-shirts (€12-€18), activity books, stickers, and achievement pins. Products range from €2.50 to €75.
4. Municipal Subsidies: Various municipalities recognize the societal value of Jong Nederland and provide subsidies to local departments. Support includes per-member contributions, building operation assistance, and volunteer professional development funding.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Jong Nederland operates a national federation of 51 local youth clubs serving approximately 4,000 children aged 4–17 across the Netherlands, organized into five age groups. The core offering consists of weekly local club activities, national camps and events, volunteer training programs, and a proprietary Spelendatabank of 1,562 games, supported by branded merchandise sales through an online webshop.

Product overview

Jong Nederland is a national youth organization offering a portfolio of interconnected services centered around its youth club program. The core offering consists of 51 local youth clubs serving children aged 4-17 across the Netherlands, supported by the Spelendatabank (a searchable database of 1,562 games), an Activity Calendar for national events, and Training Programs for volunteers. Additional services include a Webshop for branded merchandise and the Blokhutten platform for cabin rentals. The Vrijwilligersplein provides volunteers with access to administrative tools including Conscribo membership software. The organization functions as a federation model where local clubs are affiliated with the national organization.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Youth Clubs Program (Jeugdclubs) Federated youth-club program of 51 locally affiliated clubs serving approximately 4,000 children aged 4–17 across the Netherlands, organized into five age cohorts (Minioren 4–6, Maxioren 7–9, Junioren 10–12, Senioren 13–15, and 16+) with weekly meetings, seasonal camps, and national events.
• Volunteer Training Programs Structured training offerings for Jong Nederland volunteers including the Introductiecursus (€25 per person), Kamp/bivakcursus (€35 per person plus €20 accommodation), and themed workshops (base €150 plus materials/meals) covering programming, age groups, cooperative games, outdoor cooking, and Medic First Aid certification.

Quantifiable outcome

• Children develop social skills through play including cooperation, respect, self-confidence, and dealing with differences
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• FIMCAP (Fédération Internationale des Mouvements Catholique d'Action Paroissiale)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1962FIMCAP is a worldwide federation of Catholic youth movements. Jong Nederland has been a member since its founding in 1962. The federation organizes international activities including World Camp (every 3 years) and EuroCamp (annual), providing young leaders from across Europe opportunities for international exchange, cultural discovery, and leadership development. FIMCAP is subdivided by continents with meetings and international activities organized from there.
• VertrouwensUniecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVertrouwensUnie provides certified confidential advisors (vertrouwenspersonen) for Jong Nederland. They ensure there is always a confidential contact available for reporting unwanted behavior, harassment, discrimination, or integrity concerns. The partnership includes both an internal confidential advisor (Gerard Cuijpers) and an external advisor (Jeroen Wilborts) to ensure independence and accessibility.
• Jeugdfonds Sport & CultuurminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFor families who cannot afford membership contributions, Jong Nederland promotes the Jeugdfonds Sport & Cultuur which helps cover membership costs. This partnership ensures accessibility for children from all economic backgrounds.
• AugeominorOthersAugeo collaborated with various volunteer organizations including Jong Nederland to develop the free online course 'Zorgen over een kind, en nu?' helping volunteers recognize and respond to children who may be experiencing difficulties at home.
• HumanitasminorOthersHumanitas provides free online training courses for Jong Nederland volunteers including 'Begeleiden van de vrijwilliger' and other e-learning modules on topics like empowerment, networking, and emotional support.
• VSB FondsminorOthersVSB Fonds developed the 'Fondsenwerving' course offered to Jong Nederland volunteers through their free online academy, teaching skills for securing funding from foundations.
• Medic First AidminorOthersJong Nederland offers officially recognized Medic First Aid courses enabling volunteers to learn first aid skills specialized for life-saving assistance and non-fatal injuries in youth settings.
• Chiro VlaanderenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBelgian youth organization that organizes Krinkel, an international camp where Jong Nederland sends participants. The 2026 Krinkel takes place in Merksplas, Belgium from August 20-26, 2026.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Humanitas (Netherlands): Large Dutch volunteer-driven NGO providing youth support, training, and community programs. Already a Jong Nederland partner providing free e-learning, but comparable in volunteer-led Dutch nonprofit operations and youth-adjacent programming.
• Augeo Foundation: Dutch foundation focused on child safety and well-being, which co-developed training for Jong Nederland volunteers. Comparable as a Dutch nonprofit ecosystem actor addressing youth welfare, but operates as a content/training provider rather than direct service club.
• Jeugdfonds Sport & Cultuur: National Dutch fund that subsidizes youth sports/culture memberships for low-income families. A partner of Jong Nederland (not a competitor), but operates in the same youth welfare ecosystem and shapes municipal funding flows that Jong Nederland depends on.

Direct peers

• Scouting Nederland: Scouting Nederland is the dominant Dutch youth organization with similar age-grouped clubs, volunteer leaders, badges, and camps. It directly competes for the same families and volunteer pool as Jong Nederland and offers the closest one-to-one model comparison.
• YMCA Nederland (YMCA Metropool): Dutch branch of the global YMCA youth organization offering after-school and weekend club activities for children and teens, with volunteer-driven programming. Comparable in member-based youth services and community footprint, though more urban-focused.
• FOS Open Scouting: Belgian pluralistic scouting federation that runs youth clubs across Flanders and Brussels with weekly activities, camps, and volunteer leadership. Highly comparable in mission, structure, and target audience to Jong Nederland's afdelingen model.
• NUSO (Nederlandse Unie van Speeltuinorganisaties): Dutch federation of playground and outdoor play organizations, providing structured play and youth activities through local member associations. Comparable in the local-club federation model and in serving families seeking informal recreation for children.
• Chiro Vlaanderen: Flemish youth movement offering neighborhood-based clubs for children and teens led by volunteers, with a similar age-group structure and camp programming. Already a Jong Nederland partner via the Krinkel international camp, making it the closest comparable on operating model.

Broad incumbents

• Sportbonden / NOC*NSF member federations: Dutch Olympic Committee and Sports Federation umbrella representing 90+ sport-specific federations that compete with Jong Nederland for children's after-school time. Jong Nederland's no-competition positioning is differentiated from these performance-oriented clubs.

Regional players

• KindervakantieWerk (various local foundations): Local Dutch 'children's holiday work' foundations run vacation-week programming for children in individual municipalities (e.g., KinderVakantieWerk Tilburg, where board member Koen van der Heijden is also active). Comparable in volunteer-led youth programming but typically operate only during school holidays rather than weekly.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/jong-nederland

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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