Udruga mladih Mladi u EU

What Udruga mladih Mladi u EU does

Udruga mladih 'Mladi u EU' is a Croatian civil society organization (udruga) founded in 2015 and headquartered at Prilaz tvornici 41, Šibenik, in the Šibensko-kninska županija county. The organization operates as a multi-project portfolio implementing grants from European Union programmes — including the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+), Erasmus+, European Solidarity Corps, and Europe for Citizens — alongside Croatian national ministries and local government partners. All activities are delivered free of charge to beneficiaries, with no commercial revenue streams. Beneficiaries span four primary segments: young people aged 18–30 (international volunteering, non-formal education, mobility), persons aged 55 and over (active aging, digital literacy, home care), kindergarten and primary-school children (STEM education via 'Rastimo uz STEM'), and local-government/institutional partners (project delivery, capacity building).

The core products and projects include 'Rastimo uz STEM' (ESF+ STEM education workshops for children), 'Aktivni i zdravi' (active aging programme for persons 55+, valued at 197,484 EUR), 'Pomoć u kući – Život u sreći' (home-care services employing 20 workers supporting elderly and persons with disabilities), the European Solidarity Corps volunteering programme, 'Klub mladih ENTER' and 'Društveni centar Šibenik' (youth spaces), and the 'Pruži ruku' humanitarian-volunteer coordination platform developed with Udruga Odgovorno Društvo. The organization also operates as an Eurodesk multiplier in Croatia and is a member of the Anna Lindh Foundation and Zajednica ICM networks.

The business model is entirely grant-funded. Revenue mechanics depend on competitive grant applications to ESF+ and Croatian ministry calls (e.g., Ured za udruge Vlade RH), with project sizes ranging from small capacity-building grants to ~197,484 EUR for active-aging programmes and likely larger Zaželi-type social-care awards. The go-to-market is event-driven and community-embedded, reaching beneficiaries through open public calls (javni pozivi), schools, kindergartens, local government units, the Eurodesk network, and partner NGOs across the county. The headcount is small and undisclosed, with the team simultaneously managing multiple EU-funded projects; this constrains scale and creates dependency on individual grant cycles, the ESF+ 2021–2027 programming period, and continued Croatian ministry co-financing.

Name

Udruga mladih Mladi u EU

Legal name

Udruga mladih "Mladi u Europskoj uniji"

Website

https://mladi-eu.hr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Udruga mladih Mladi u EU is a Croatian civil society organization based in Šibenik that implements EU- and government-funded projects in youth work, STEM education, elderly home care, and active aging across Šibensko-kninska županija, delivering all services free of charge to beneficiaries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth and Community Services

NAICS

Human Rights Organizations (813311), Civic and Social Organizations (813410), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International Development & Donor-Funded Education Programs (EDADALAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Special Education, Disability Support & Inclusive Education Nonprofits (BPAGADAH), Minority, Indigenous & Disability Rights (BPADAGAH)

Keywords

• Youth work services
• Non-formal education
• Social inclusion programs
• EU project management
• Community development services

Headquarters

HQ city

Šibenik

HQ country

Croatia

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. EU and Government Project Grants: Non-profit NGO funded entirely through EU funds (European Social Fund+, Erasmus+, European Solidarity Corps, Europe for Citizens) and national government grants from Croatian ministries. No commercial revenue streams.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Udruga mladih Mladi u EU is a Croatian civil society organization (udruga) based in Šibenik that delivers youth mobility, volunteering, non-formal education, active aging, STEM education, and social inclusion programs to beneficiaries in Šibensko-kninska županija and across Croatia. All activities are free for participants and funded through EU grants (ESF+, Erasmus+, European Solidarity Corps, Europe for Citizens) and Croatian national government grants.

Product overview

Udruga mladih Mladi u EU is a civil society organization from Šibenik, Croatia, that operates as a multi-project portfolio rather than a single product company. The organization's core offerings include: (1) Rastimo uz STEM – a STEM education initiative for children combining nature-based learning and hands-on workshops; (2) Europske snage solidarnosti – a European Solidarity Corps volunteering program facilitating youth mobility and community projects; (3) Aktivni i zdravi – an active aging program for seniors providing health, social, and educational activities; (4) Pruži ruku – a humanitarian-volunteer coordination platform; and (5) Eurodesk services – EU mobility information and counseling. All projects are co-financed by European Union funds including ESF, ESF+, and Erasmus+, with activities focused on youth empowerment, social inclusion, community development, and lifelong learning across Šibensko-kninska County.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Rastimo uz STEM: STEM education project for preschool children and primary school students in Šibensko-kninska županija, co-funded by the European Social Fund Plus.
• Aktivni i zdravi
• LoveGREEN
• Klub mladih ENTER
• Društveni centar Šibenik

Products and services

• Rastimo uz STEM STEM education project offering hands-on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics workshops for kindergarten children and primary school students in Šibensko-kninska County, co-financed by the European Social Fund Plus.
• European Solidarity Corps (Europske snage solidarnosti) International volunteering programme enabling young people aged 18-30 to volunteer abroad or in Šibenik, fostering solidarity, intercultural exchange, and community engagement through projects focused on sustainability, cultural heritage, and social inclusion.
• Aktivni i zdravi Active aging project for people over 55 and retirees providing free educational, social, recreational, health-preventive, and informational activities to improve quality of life and social inclusion, co-funded by the European Social Fund Plus and the Croatian State Budget.
• Pruži ruku Humanitarian-volunteer coordination platform connecting local communities with volunteers to systematically mobilize and distribute resources to crisis areas, promoting social responsibility and social inclusion in Croatia.
• Eurodesk Information Services European information network service providing young people with reliable information about learning, volunteering, internship, and international project opportunities across Croatia.
• Pomoć u kući – Život u sreći (Home Care Services) Home care services for elderly persons and persons with disabilities in Šibensko-kninska County, including grocery delivery, meal preparation, housekeeping, accompaniment to medical appointments, and social activities.
• LoveGREEN Environmental volunteer initiative organizing nature cleanup activities around Valentine's Day to promote environmental awareness and community engagement.
• Klub mladih ENTER / Društveni centar Šibenik Youth club and social centre in Šibenik providing a space and programme for young people, implemented in partnership with Š.U.M. and Grad Šibenik with ESF and ministry funding.

Quantifiable outcome

• At least 510 elderly persons (55+) reached through 'Aktivni i zdravi' project.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

33 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Veleučilište u Šibeniku (University of Šibenik)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partner on the 'Rastimo uz STEM' project, contributing expertise in science, technology, engineering and mathematics education for children in Šibensko-kninska županija.
• DV Maslina (Kindergarten Maslina)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKindergarten partner on the 'Rastimo uz STEM' project, hosting STEM activities for preschool children in Šibensko-kninska županija.
• Konjički klub KolancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner hosting 'STEM in Nature' activities (Rastimo uz STEM project) at their location in Rakovo selo 9, Šibenik, combining outdoor education with STEM learning.
• Grad Šibenik (City of Šibenik)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal government partner on multiple projects including 'Rastimo uz STEM', 'Osmijeh za sve 2', 'Centar za mlade – Šibenik', and the Youth Club ENTER project.
• Grad SkradincoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner on the 'Očevim koracima' project and 'Osmijeh za sve 2' project, supporting family and social inclusion programs.
• Zajednica odjela za zdravstvo, školstvo i socijalnih politika jedinica lokalnih samouprava, Palermo (Italija)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProject lead for the ISLA project (Europe for Citizens programme) focusing on social inclusion of migrants and the role of EU local authorities. Partnership includes organizations from Croatia, Italy, Portugal, and Slovenia.
• Konzorciji Tartaruga, Palermo (Italija)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the ISLA project (Europe for Citizens programme) addressing migrant social inclusion systems.
• Udruga Desincoop, Guimaraes (Portugal)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the ISLA project (Europe for Citizens programme) addressing migrant social inclusion systems.
• Grad Guimaraes (Portugal)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the ISLA project (Europe for Citizens programme) addressing migrant social inclusion systems.
• Izobrazevalni center Geoss d.o.o., Litija (Slovenija)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the ISLA project (Europe for Citizens programme) addressing migrant social inclusion systems.
• Općina Litija (Slovenija)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the ISLA project (Europe for Citizens programme) addressing migrant social inclusion systems.
• Tvrđava kulture Šibenik (Fortresses of Culture Šibenik)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with Fortresses of Culture Šibenik on the Next.Gen Green Team (European Solidarity Corps) project, including participation in the 'Night of Fortresses Goes Green' programme, promoting cultural heritage and sustainability.
• Javna ustanova Priroda Šibensko-kninske županijecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental protection partner on the Next.Gen Green Team project, organizing park cleaning activities in Šubićevac forest and promoting environmental awareness.
• Ekonomska škola ŠibenikminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperated with the Economic School Šibenik for youth participation and European citizenship activities under the European Parliament Ambassador School programme.
• Društvo sportske rekreacije GrebašticaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner on environmental activities within the Next.Gen Green Team project through the 'Resolution Earth' initiative.
• Konjički klub KolancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner on the 'Aktivni i zdravi' project (active aging), providing physical and recreational activities for persons over 55 and retirees.
• Udruga umirovljenika grada VodicacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner on the 'Aktivni i zdravi' project (active aging) targeting persons over 55 and retirees in Šibensko-kninska županija.
• Udruga Odgovorno DruštvocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDeveloped the 'Pruži ruku' humanitarian-volunteer platform to connect local communities with volunteers and mobilize resources for crisis areas. Organization is responsible for the platform.
• Zavod za javno zdravstvo Šibensko-kninske županijecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the 'NEovisnost' (Independence) program for addiction prevention, mental health promotion, and rehabilitation, targeting children, adolescents, and adults.
• One Hour for Europe (Italija)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational partner in the RivArt graffiti jam session project, collaborating on connecting graffiti art with EU youth identity and youth policy.
• Klub Azimut ŠibenikminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost venue for the RivArt graffiti jam session, providing garden space for the temporary installation and artistic event.
• Eurodesk HrvatskacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerEurodesk multiplier in Croatia, providing young people with information about EU opportunities including Erasmus+, DiscoverEU, and European Solidarity Corps.
• Anna Lindh FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNetwork membership providing access to cross-cultural dialogue and inter-cultural learning resources.
• Zajednica ICM (Informacijski centri za mlade)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerNetwork membership of Youth Information Centres in Croatia, providing youth information services.
• Volonterski centar POZITIVAminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal volunteer center network partner supporting volunteer coordination in Šibensko-kninska županija.
• Agencija za mobilnost i programe EU (AMPEU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational agency managing Erasmus+, European Solidarity Corps, and other EU mobility programs. Organizes project writing workshops and provides program guidance.
• Grad KninminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal government partner in the 'Centar za mlade – Šibenik' project.
• Općina PirovacminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal government partner in the 'Centar za mlade – Šibenik' project.
• Šibensko-kninska županijaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional government partner in the 'Centar za mlade – Šibenik' project.
• Udruga slijepih županije Šibensko-kninskecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProject lead for 'Zaželi – prevencija institucionalizacije' (Koračajmo skupa III), with Udruga mladih 'Mladi u EU' as project partner providing support services to elderly and persons with disabilities.
• HZZ Područni ured Šibenik (Croatian Employment Service)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner on the 'Pomoć u kući – život u sreći' project, supporting home care services for elderly persons.
• Centar za socijalnu skrb ŠibenikcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSocial welfare partner on the 'Pomoć u kući – život u sreći' project for elderly care.
• Šibenska udruga mladih – Š.U.M.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerYouth association partner in the 'Klub mladih ENTER' project.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Volonterski centar POZITIVA: Croatian volunteer center network partner supporting volunteer coordination in Šibensko-kninska županija; comparable NGO operating in same region with similar youth volunteering and civil society mission.
• Udruga Odgovorno Društvo: Co-developer of the Pruži ruku humanitarian-volunteer platform with Mladi u EU; Croatian civil society organization with comparable scale and mission around community mobilization.
• Šibenska udruga mladih (Š.U.M.): Local Šibenik-based youth association and direct co-implementation partner on the Klub mladih ENTER project; operates in the same geography with overlapping youth work mandate.

Broad incumbents

• Eurodesk Hrvatska: Croatian Eurodesk operator; Mladi u EU is a Eurodesk multiplier within this network. Eurodesk provides the EU mobility information layer that Mladi u EU disseminates locally.
• Mreža mladih Hrvatske: National Croatian youth network umbrella organization; comparable mission around youth information, EU mobility, and civil society, but operating at national scale rather than county level.

Others

• Agencija za mobilnost i programe EU (AMPEU): Croatian national agency managing Erasmus+, European Solidarity Corps, and EU mobility programmes; not a direct peer but the central ecosystem player the organization interfaces with for project design and approval.
• Nacionalna zaklada za razvoj civilnoga društva: Croatian National Foundation for Civil Society Development — both funder and sector peer; comparable in supporting NGO institutional development, but at national grantmaking scale.

Regional players

• Udruga slijepih županije Šibensko-kninske: Project lead on Zaželi III (Koračajmo skupa) where Mladi u EU serves as project partner; regional Šibenik-Knin disability NGO delivering ESF+ social services.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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