Elternhaus

What Elternhaus does

Elternhaus is the operational name of DLFH Ortsverband Mannheim e.V. (Deutsche Leukämie-Forschungs-Hilfe -Aktion für krebskranke Kinder- Ortsverband Mannheim e.V.), a registered charitable nonprofit association (eingetragener Verein) founded in 1979 in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. The organization's core offering is the Elternhaus facility — a free temporary "home away from home" for families whose children are undergoing cancer treatment at the adjacent University Medical Center Mannheim (UMM) Children's Cancer Station 31.4. Around this accommodation anchor, the organization delivers an integrated portfolio of nine additional programs: Ambulante Familienbetreuung (home-visit nursing care), Wunschbox/Wunschfee (wish fulfillment by volunteer "wish fairies"), Klinikclown (weekly hospital clown visits), Kunst- und Musiktherapie (art and music therapy), Fit gegen Kinderkrebs (sports/fitness program), Mutperlen (symbolic courage beads), Rosys Kids Corner (hockey-related experiences), Young Survivors (peer support for survivors), and regular parent breakfasts. The organization is governed by a volunteer board (1st Chairman Dr. Gregor von Komorowski since 2017, after founder-chairman Martin Stachniss's 38-year tenure) and supported by a small paid office team of seven staff, including Hausleiterin Elfriede Breiter (managing the Elternhaus since 1991).

The organization has no proprietary technology products; its value is delivered through in-person service, volunteer labor, and physical proximity to UMM, which provides direct referrals of newly diagnosed families. There are no apps, APIs, or digital platforms — only a donation website (krebskranke-kinder.de), a PayPal donation flow, and a Facebook page. Its core business model is donations-based: it raises funds from four streams — individual private donations, recurring corporate sponsorships (John Deere since 2019, SCHOKINAG, Stiftung Schoenau, Mannheim Masters), membership fees, and event-based fundraising (notably the annual Jakobsweg/Camino de Santiago pilgrimage, which has raised over €67,000 since 2021). Major foundation funding includes a 5-year, €100,000+ commitment from achim manz stiftung. The go-to-market is community-led and event-driven: families are referred by UMM clinical staff, donors are cultivated through personal visits, symbolic check presentations, and recurring community events, and awareness is amplified via social media and the published pilgrimage diaries.

Revenue is not publicly disclosed. The organization is a local chapter (Ortsverband) of the national Deutsche Leukämie-Forschungs-Hilfe federation and has a strategic co-development relationship with UMM that has been in place for over 40 years. It serves approximately 40+ newly diagnosed families per year in Mannheim, with the catchment anchored to a single hospital referral source. All services are provided free of charge to beneficiary families.

Name

Elternhaus

Legal name

Deutsche Leukämie-Forschungs-Hilfe -Aktion für krebskranke Kinder- Ortsverband Mannheim e.V.

Website

https://krebskranke-kinder.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Elternhaus (DLFH Ortsverband Mannheim e.V.) is a 1979-founded Mannheim nonprofit that provides free accommodation, home-visit nursing, wish-fulfillment, and therapy programs to families of children with cancer treated at University Medical Center Mannheim, funded entirely through donations and corporate sponsorships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pediatric Cancer Family Support Services

NAICS

Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Other Individual and Family Services (62419), Other Residential Care Facilities (6239)

SIC

Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAGACAK

Palliative Care, Hospice & Serious Illness Support

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Health & Medical Nonprofits

SECONDARYBPAGACAM

Rare Disease & Special Needs Support Organizations

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Health & Medical Nonprofits

SECONDARYHSABAFAE

Pediatric Hospice & Palliative In-Home Care

Home & Personal Services/Elder Care & In-Home Care Services/Hospice & Palliative In-Home Care

Keywords

• Pediatric cancer support
• Family accommodation services
• Charitable nonprofit services
• Childhood oncology care
• Wish fulfillment programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Mannheim

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Private Donations: Individual donations from supporters, including direct transfers, PayPal contributions, and one-time gifts. Major donors like achim manz stiftung provide significant annual contributions.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Regular corporate donations from companies including John Deere (annual since 2019), SCHOKINAG, Stiftung Schoenau, and others. Corporate social responsibility partnerships.
3. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees from supporting and regular members. Members receive benefits including regular updates and involvement in activities.
4. Event-Based Fundraising: Jakobsweg pilgrimage walks, charity events, and special campaigns generate donations. 7th stage 2026 raised over €3,500. Total Jakobsweg donations exceed €67,000.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Elternhaus is a free temporary accommodation facility located adjacent to the University Medical Center Mannheim, providing a 'home away from home' for families of children undergoing cancer treatment. It is complemented by an integrated portfolio of support programs including wish fulfillment (Wunschbox/Wunschfee), weekly hospital clown visits, art and music therapy, outpatient family nursing (Ambulante Familienbetreuung), fitness programs, courage beads (Mutperlen), peer support for survivors, and community breakfasts for parents. All services are provided free of charge and funded entirely through donations, memberships, and corporate sponsorships.

Product overview

The Elternhaus organization (officially part of Deutsche Leukämie-Forschungs-Hilfe -Aktion für krebskranke Kinder- Ortsverband Mannheim e.V.) is a non-profit charitable organization that has been supporting children with cancer and their families since 1979. The core offering is the Elternhaus (Parent House) — a temporary accommodation and support facility for families whose children are undergoing cancer treatment at the University Medical Center Mannheim. This is complemented by an integrated portfolio of support programs including: the Wunschbox/Wunschfee wish-fulfillment service, weekly Klinikclown visits, art and music therapy, the Fit gegen Kinderkrebs fitness program, Mutperlen encouragement beads, Rosys Kids Corner hockey experiences, Young Survivors peer support, and regular parent breakfasts. The organization also operates the Ambulante Familienbetreuung home nursing service, charitable fundraising initiatives including the Jakobsweg pilgrimage, and a network of donation collection points throughout the region.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Elternhaus (Parent House) Free temporary accommodation facility located adjacent to the University Medical Center Mannheim, providing a 'home away from home' for families of children undergoing cancer treatment. Includes lodging, communal areas, and integration with the on-site support programs.
• Ambulante Familienbetreuung (Outpatient Family Care) Home-based nursing care program where qualified nursing staff visit families twice weekly to provide medical support including blood draws, catheter flushing, and consultations, reducing the need for hospital visits.
• Wunschbox / Wunschfee (Wish Box / Wish Fairy) Wish-fulfillment program where pediatric oncology patients submit wishes through a dedicated mailbox, which are then fulfilled by volunteer 'wish fairies' who visit the children's cancer ward weekly.
• Klinikclown (Hospital Clown) Weekly visits by trained hospital clowns (Clown Julchen and the Magic Mice) to bring joy, distraction, and emotional support to children undergoing cancer treatment, helping reduce anxiety and improve well-being.
• Kunst- und Musiktherapie (Art and Music Therapy) Therapeutic art and music programs offered to pediatric oncology patients to support emotional expression, coping, and quality of life during cancer treatment.
• Fit gegen Kinderkrebs (Fit Against Childhood Cancer) Sports and fitness program designed to support recovery and well-being of children undergoing cancer treatment.
• Mutperlen (Courage Pearls) Symbolic program where children receive beads to mark milestones and brave moments during their cancer treatment journey, providing tangible recognition of their courage.
• Rosys Kids Corner Ice hockey-themed project supporting children with cancer, providing special experiences and activities related to the Mannheim hockey team.
• Young Survivors Support program for young survivors of childhood cancer, addressing their unique needs after completing treatment.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over €100,000 raised from achim manz stiftung alone in 5 years
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• German Base Yavin (Rebel Legion)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerStar Wars cosplay group that maintains information table at events and collects donations for the association.
• Flohmarkt IttersbachminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegular flea market supporting the association with ongoing donations even during pandemic restrictions. Managed by Karin Abercrombie's team.
• SV Waldhof Mannheim 07minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal football club hosting children from the association at matches. Caterer donates food and drinks. Players meet young patients.
• Universitätsmedizin Mannheim (UMM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity Medical Center Mannheim where children receive cancer treatment. DLFH supports the children's cancer ward 31.4 with equipment, programs (clown doctors, art/music therapy), and family services. Over 40 years of partnership.
• Deutsche Leukämie-Forschungs-Hilfe (DLFH) BundesverbandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational parent organization for local action groups supporting children with leukemia and cancer. DLFH Mannheim is a local chapter (Ortsverband) of this federation.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/dlfh.mannheim
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/elternhaus

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

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