Stichting Leergeld Arnhem

What Stichting Leergeld Arnhem does

Stichting Leergeld Arnhem is a registered Dutch charitable foundation (stichting) with ANBI status that provides material and educational support to children aged 4 to 18 (recently expanded to 18-21) from low-income families in the municipalities of Arnhem, Renkum, and Rheden in Gelderland, Netherlands. Its core service is the distribution of provisions including laptops (family and individual models), bicycles, school supplies, educational subscriptions (Squla, StudyGo), birthday boxes (Jarige Job), and clothing allowances — typically delivered free of charge to eligible families. Delivery follows a documented five-step Leergeld formula: application via the website, eligibility decision by office staff, home visit by a volunteer intermediary, item issuance, and follow-up contact.

Operationally, the organization runs on a small paid staff of approximately nine employees supported by 26 active volunteers, plus MBO interns; volunteer intermediaries conduct near-daily home visits to assess needs and connect families with additional services. It does not operate proprietary technology and is explicitly a social-services organization rather than a technology company. The foundation is an independent member of the national Vereniging van stichtingen Leergeld, a network of 114 local Leergeld foundations active in 75% of Dutch municipalities coordinated by a national bureau in Den Bosch.

Revenue is generated entirely through donations and grants rather than commercial pricing: individual gifts (one-time via iDEAL/bank transfer or QR code), the Vrienden van Leergeld recurring membership program (€12.50/month for individuals, minimum €500/year for corporates, three-year minimum commitment), municipality subsidies from Arnhem/Renkum/Rheden, and corporate/foundation donations from organizations including Lions Club Arnhem, Rotary Rozendaal Veluwezoom, Dullertsstichting, Vicentius Vereniging Arnhem, and Hart van Velp. No revenue figures are publicly disclosed. The organization's distribution model is direct-to-family via volunteer field intermediaries, with referrals sourced from municipal social services, schools, the Gelrepas welfare card system, and partner foundations. In 2022, the foundation reported helping over 4,000 children against an estimated eligible population of 6,000+ across its three municipalities.

Name

Stichting Leergeld Arnhem

Legal name

Stichting Leergeld Arnhem

Website

https://leergeldarnhem.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Stichting Leergeld Arnhem is a Dutch charitable foundation providing free laptops, bicycles, school supplies, and educational subscriptions to children aged 4-21 from low-income families in the Arnhem, Renkum, and Rheden municipalities, funded through donations, municipal subsidies, and a recurring membership program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social Welfare Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Civic and Social Organizations (8134)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Family & Community Support Services (Case Management, Referrals) (EDAJAIAK)

Keywords

• Child poverty support
• Educational provisions
• Family assistance
• Charitable foundation
• Social welfare services

Headquarters

HQ city

Arnhem

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: One-time gifts via bank transfer or iDEAL, QR code donations. ANBI status allows tax deductions for donors.
2. Vrienden (Friends) Membership: Particulieren helpen for €12.50 per month; Bedrijven support with at least €500 per year. Committed for minimum three years. Periodic gifts offer tax advantages up to 52% benefit.
3. Municipality Funding: Collaboration with municipalities Arnhem, Renkum, and Rheden for funding and support.
4. Corporate and Foundation Donations: Support from organizations such as Lions Club Arnhem (€900 book donation), Rotary Rozendaal Veluwezoom, Dullertsstichting, Vicentius Vereniging Arnhem, and Hart van Velp.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Stichting Leergeld Arnhem is a Dutch charitable foundation (stichting) that provides material and educational support to children aged 4-18 (extended to 18-21 in 2024) from families with financial difficulties in the municipalities of Arnhem, Renkum, and Rheden. Core offerings include the provision of laptops, bicycles, school supplies, educational subscriptions (Squla, StudyGo), birthday boxes (Jarige Job), clothing allowances, and contributions to sports and cultural participation. The organization operates through a five-step Leergeld Formula: application, decision, home visit by volunteer intermediaries, item distribution, and follow-up contact.

Product overview

Stichting Leergeld Arnhem-Renkum-Rheden is a charitable foundation providing material and educational support to children aged 4-18 from families with financial difficulties in three Dutch municipalities (Arnhem, Renkum, and Rheden). The organization operates as a grants and assistance program rather than a technology product company. Its core offerings consist of provisions including laptops (family and individual), bicycles, school supplies, educational subscriptions (Squla, StudyGo), birthday boxes (Jarige Job), and clothing allowances. The Leergeld Formula outlines a 5-step process: application, decision, home visit by volunteers, item distribution, and follow-up contact. The organization works in partnership with municipalities, the Gelrepas system, and other foundations to deliver these provisions to qualifying families.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Vrienden van Leergeld Arnhem-Renkum-Rheden: A friends/membership program where supporters commit for at least three years to financially support the foundation's mission. Particulieren helpen voor €12,50 per maand, bedrijven voor minimaal €500,- per jaar.

Products and services

• Family Laptop (Familie-laptop) A laptop provided for the whole family for children aged 4-9 years, enabling shared access to digital learning resources.
• Laptop (10-17 jaar) Individual laptop for personal use by children aged 10-17 years for schoolwork and educational purposes.
• Bicycle (Fiets) Bicycle provision for children aged 4-17 years, enabling independent mobility and participation in activities.
• Bicycle Repair (Fietsreparatie) Annual bicycle repair service for existing bikes provided to eligible children.
• Laptop Repair (Laptopreparatie) Annual laptop repair service for existing devices to ensure continued functionality.
• Squla WoordExtra Educational gaming tool allowing children to learn 2000 Dutch words through playful interaction.
• Squla Basisschool Subscription to Squla's primary school platform featuring fun quizzes and games to practice school curriculum.
• StudyGo Middelbare School Study tool for secondary school students to practice for tests and learn vocabulary.
• Jarige Job Box Birthday box containing decorations, treats, and gifts for children, provided once.
• Graphic Calculator (Grafische rekenmachine) Graphing calculator for HAVO 4, VWO 3, or graphical education programs.
• Laptop Contribution - Rent Company One-time contribution of €200 towards a laptop for secondary school students through Rent Company.
• Chromebook Contribution - 't Rhedens One-time contribution of €160 for a Chromebook at 't Rhedens secondary school.
• Mobile Phone (Mobiele telefoon) One-time provision of a mobile phone for eligible children.
• Clothing Allowance (Kledingtoelage Rheden) Annual clothing allowance for children in Rheden, distributed via the Gelrepas card system since 2025. Children aged 4-11 receive €75; children aged 12-17 receive €150.
• Vrienden van Leergeld Membership Recurring membership program where supporters commit for at least three years to financially support the foundation's mission. Particulieren helpen voor €12,50 per maand; bedrijven voor minimaal €500,- per jaar. Periodic gifts offer tax advantages up to 52%.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 4,000 children helped in 2022; ambition to reach 80% of eligible families
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Jonge Pen (JonginArnhem)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 March 2026Writing project for youth in Arnhem focused on self-expression and language development. Received 15 laptops, mice, and hearing protection from Leergeld.
• Gemeente ArnhemcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipality partner providing funding and referral support for families in Arnhem. One of three municipalities in the foundation's service area.
• Gemeente RenkumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipality partner providing funding and referral support for families in Renkum.
• Gemeente RhedencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipality partner providing funding and referral support for families in Rheden. Clothing allowances are distributed via Gelrepas system.
• Vicentius Vereniging ArnhemminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization supporting families in Arnhem.
• DullertsstichtingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFoundation providing support for charitable initiatives.
• Jeugdfonds Sport & CultuurminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration partner at community events; together with Leergeld helps children participate in sports and cultural activities.
• Jarige JobminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration partner providing birthday boxes for children from low-income families.
• Nationaal Fonds KinderhulpminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration partner at events and in cases requiring additional support beyond Leergeld's provisions.
• Fonds KinderhulpminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated with Leergeld to provide comprehensive support to a family of five including beds, bicycles, laptop, and educational subscriptions.
• Leergeld Nederland (Landelijk Bureau)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational organization based in Den Bosch that coordinates the network of 114 Leergeld foundations active in 75% of Dutch municipalities. Provides support and best practices sharing.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Jeugdfonds Sport & Cultuur: Dutch national fund that pays membership fees and activity costs for children from low-income families to participate in sports and cultural activities. Directly comparable mission and beneficiary base, and listed as an active partner of Leergeld Arnhem.
• Leergeld Nederland (Landelijk Bureau): National coordinating bureau for the network of 114 Leergeld foundations covering 75% of Dutch municipalities. Directly comparable as the umbrella organization of which Stichting Leergeld Arnhem is a local chapter.
• Nationaal Fonds Kinderhulp: National Dutch fund providing material and experiential support to children in poverty. Comparable model of grants and provisions to families, and an active co-funding partner of Leergeld Arnhem.
• Stichting Jarige Job: Dutch foundation providing birthday boxes to children from low-income families so they can celebrate their birthday like peers. Highly comparable beneficiary base and is a documented collaboration partner of Leergeld Arnhem.
• Stichting Present: Dutch intermediary charity mobilizing volunteers to support people in vulnerable circumstances, including families with financial difficulties. Comparable volunteer-intermediary model connecting benefactors with families in need.
• Voedselbanken Nederland: National federation of Dutch food banks distributing food to households in financial hardship. Comparable community-based, volunteer-driven social services model targeting poverty, but with food rather than educational provisions.

Emerging players

• Stichting Het Vergeten Kind: Dutch foundation focused on children growing up in unsafe situations or outside family care. Partially overlapping beneficiary population but more specialized in out-of-home care rather than in-family poverty.

Broad incumbents

• Stichting Kinderpostzegels: Long-established Dutch children's charity funding projects for vulnerable children across education, culture, and welfare. Larger-scale incumbent with overlapping child poverty focus but broader portfolio than Leergeld Arnhem.

Others

• Samenwerkende Fondsen: Dutch association of philanthropic funds supporting civil initiatives including child welfare. Comparable ecosystem participant that channels donor capital to causes like Leergeld's, but is an enabler/aggregator rather than a direct service provider.
• Fonds 1813: Dutch charitable fund providing support in areas including social welfare and education. Thematically related philanthropic grantmaker, though narrower in scope than Leergeld Arnhem's poverty-relief focus.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

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