Stichting Welzijn Bergen

What Stichting Welzijn Bergen does

Stichting Welzijn Bergen is a Dutch nonprofit welfare foundation (ANBI-status Stichting) founded in 1974 and headquartered in Schoorl, North Holland, that delivers social welfare services to approximately 30,000 residents across seven villages in the municipality of Bergen — Camperduin, Groet, Schoorl, Bergen, Egmond aan den Hoef, Egmond aan Zee, and Egmond Binnen — with extensions into neighboring Uitgeest, Heiloo, and Castricum for youth services. The organization operates from ten low-threshold physical locations comprising wijksteunpunten (neighborhood support points), buurtcentra, and jongerencentra, and runs a portfolio spanning elderly support (PlusBus transport, Geheugenhuis memory programs, Huiskamers, Mantelzorgondersteuning caregiver support), youth work across six jongerencentra, social-isolation programs (BES-te Maatjes, Belmaatjes, Taalmaatjes, Buurtbakkies), practical services (WonenPlus membership, Repair Cafés, Energieklusser energy advice), community dining (Het Duinpannetje, Eet-mee-café), and the Schakels quarterly magazine distributed free to 7,000 residents aged 60+.

The organization is staffed by approximately 20 paid employees (equivalent to ~12 FTE), led by Director Andrea Landman, supported by roughly 500 active volunteers and a network of 120+ magazine distributors. Underlying technology is a standard web platform with Google Analytics for visitor analytics and a GDPR/AVG-compliant data processing posture; no proprietary technology stack, AI/ML capability, or mobile applications are disclosed. Welzijn Bergen does not develop technology products in the conventional sense — its "products" are human-delivered community services, programmatic events, and printed/digital informational materials.

The revenue model rests on three pillars: (1) municipal government contracts with the Gemeente Bergen for the delivery of mandated welfare services, which constitute the primary funding base; (2) donations and ANBI-status tax-deductible giving plus WonenPlus membership fees of €17.50–€32.50 per year; and (3) modest service fees including Het Duinpannetje meals at €16–€19.50, Breinfit sessions at €5, Studiekring at €10/month, and 60+ Disco at €5 entrance. Distribution is entirely community-led, with no paid advertising — services are accessed via walk-in wijksteunpunten, word-of-mouth referrals, the printed Schakels magazine, social media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube), and integrated referrals from municipal social teams, GGD, and GGZ.

Name

Stichting Welzijn Bergen

Legal name

Stichting Welzijn Bergen

Website

https://welzijnbergen.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Stichting Welzijn Bergen is a Dutch ANBI welfare foundation serving roughly 30,000 residents across the Bergen municipality via 10 community locations, delivering elderly support, youth work, social-isolation programs, and practical services through about 20 staff and 500 volunteers, funded primarily by municipal contracts, donations, and small membership and program fees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community social welfare services

NAICS

Individual and Family Services (6241), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412), Other Individual and Family Services (624190)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Community Health, Prevention & Health Education (BPAGACAC), Independent Living with Supportive Services (Light ADL/IADL Support) (HLADAAAE), Companion Care & Social Support (non-clinical) (HLADAGAB)

Keywords

• Community welfare services
• Elderly care support
• Youth community work
• Volunteer social programs
• Informal caregiver support

Headquarters

HQ city

Schoorl, North Holland

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Municipal Government Contracts: Welzijn Bergen operates as a welfare organization funded primarily through contracts and agreements with the municipality of Bergen for the delivery of social welfare services.
2. Donations and Memberships: The organization accepts donations and generates revenue through WonenPlus membership fees (€32.50/year regular, €22.50 for Kennemer Wonen renters, €17.50 for volunteers). Giften aan een ANBI zijn aftrekbaar voor de belasting.
3. Service Fees: Revenue generated through paid services including Het Duinpannetje restaurant (€16-19.50 per meal), activity participation fees (e.g., €5 per Breinfit session, €10/month for Studiekring), and room rentals.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Stichting Welzijn Bergen is a nonprofit welfare foundation that delivers social support, community activities, and practical assistance services to residents of the Bergen municipality in North Holland, Netherlands. Its portfolio includes elderly support programs, youth work across six youth centers, informal caregiver support, volunteer matching services (BES-te Maatjes, Taalmaatjes, Belmaatjes), the PlusBus transport service, Repair Cafés, community dining, creative and learning programs, and the quarterly Schakels magazine. Services are delivered through 10 physical neighborhood locations staffed by paid employees and 500 volunteers.

Product overview

Stichting Welzijn Bergen is a welfare organization providing a comprehensive portfolio of social services to approximately 30,000 residents across the municipality of Bergen, Netherlands. The organization operates through a network of community support points (wijksteunpunten), neighborhood centers, and youth centers staffed by approximately 20 employees and 500 volunteers. The service portfolio centers on three pillars: (1) Activities and Meeting programs including Buurtbakkies, Geheugenhuis, Huiskamers, Samen bewegen, Samen creëren, Samen eten, and Samen leren; (2) Support services including BES(te)Maatjes matching programs (with Taalmaatjes and Belmaatjes variants), Mantelzorgondersteuning, Welzijnscoach, and practical assistance through WonenPlus, Repair Cafés, and Energieklusser; and (3) the PlusBus transportation service. Additional offerings include the Schakels quarterly magazine for seniors and youth work services through JongerenwerkBUCH managing multiple youth centers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PlusBus: Transportation service for elderly and mobility-impaired residents, operating approximately 180 times per year.
• BES-te Maatjes
• Schakels
• Repair Café
• WonenPlus
• Geheugenhuis
• JongerenwerkBUCH

Products and services

• Buurtbakkies Neighborhood coffee moments where an electric cargo bike brings casual community gatherings to different villages, enabling neighbors to meet, chat, and make new connections over coffee or tea.
• Geheugenhuis Memory house activities including Breinfit, Breinplein, and Hof van Heden, providing weekly gatherings and support for people with memory problems or those wanting to prevent memory issues.
• Huiskamers Living room spaces accessible to everyone in various village centers, staffed by hosts who ensure a pleasant atmosphere for casual visits and making contacts.
• Samen bewegen Exercise and movement programs including 60+ Disco, Walk & Talk, and Actief in Bergen, promoting physical activity and social connection.
• Samen creëren Creative activities including Korte Verhalen Club, Breien, Schilderen, Open Atelier, and Schrijfcafé Bergen for writing and creative expression.
• Samen eten / Het Duinpannetje Community dining initiatives including Het Duinpannetje restaurant at De Blinkerd in Schoorl (3-course menu €16.00, theme menu €17.00, Indonesian buffet €19.50), Aanschuiftafel, Open tafel, Eet-mee-café, and various lunch programs across the municipality.
• Samen leren Learning programs including Cursussen en trainingen, Studiekring (€10/month, biweekly), and Informatie bijeenkomsten for continuous education and skill development.
• PlusBus Transportation service for people who cannot travel independently, providing approximately 180 trips per year to cultural destinations with door-to-door pickup and return.
• BES(te)Maatjes Matching service connecting volunteers with people who want more social contact, for outings, walks, museum visits, or coffee, based on shared interests.
• Taalmaatjes Language buddy program helping non-native speakers learn Dutch language, culture, and customs through weekly 1-2 hour conversations with a volunteer.
• Belmaatjes Phone buddy service for regular conversations, allowing people to share their heart, discuss weekly events, or reminisce about the past.
• Mantelzorgondersteuning Support services for informal caregivers providing care to relatives with chronic illness or disability, including advice, information, practical support, and newsletters.
• WonenPlus Membership service offering home maintenance, transport, and personal services such as home pedicure for members. Annual fee €32.50 for general public, €22.50 for Kennemer Wonen renters, €17.50 for Welzijn Bergen volunteers.
• Repair Cafés Free repair services for clothing, electronics, bicycles, and furniture at various locations, staffed by volunteers who help extend the life of items.
• Energieklusser aan huis Free energy advice and assistance service helping residents make homes more energy-efficient with simple measures like LED bulbs, radiator foil, and draft strips.
• Welzijnscoach Wellbeing coach service providing advice, guidance, and referrals to appropriate care or assistance services for various personal situations.
• Schakels magazine Quarterly magazine distributed free to 7,000 residents aged 60+, compiled by five volunteers with contributions from approximately ten columnists. Published since 1963.
• JongerenwerkBUCH Youth work services including street outreach, youth center management, and activities promoting personal and social development of youth through initiatives like De Beeck, JOEB, De Wal, and ZIENHOUSE.
• Buurtcentrum T&O Neighborhood center in the Tuin & Oostdorp district of Bergen, hosting activities including yoga, Repair Café, and community gatherings.

Quantifiable outcome

• Serves approximately 30,000 inhabitants across 7 villages in the municipality
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Gemeente Bergen (Municipality of Bergen)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWelzijn Bergen operates under contract with the municipality of Bergen to deliver social welfare services. The municipality provides funding and mandates for services including youth work, elderly support, and social cohesion programs. The organization also receives referrals from municipal social teams.
• GGD (Gemeentelijke Gezondheidsdienst)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWelzijn Bergen works as part of the social team alongside the GGD, GGZ, and maatschappelijk werk (social work) to provide integrated support to residents. The GGD provides public health expertise and referrals.
• GGZ (Geestelijke Gezondheidszorg)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the integrated social team working with Welzijn Bergen to address mental health and psychosocial issues among residents.
• Vrijwilligersacademie BUCHminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Volunteer Academy BUCH provides practical training and courses for volunteers and organizations, partially online and on-location in the municipality. Welzijn Bergen refers its volunteers to this academy.
• Actief in BergenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerActief in Bergen is a website that aggregates sports, culture, and movement activities across the municipality. Welzijn Bergen participates and promotes activities through this platform.
• Sport-ZminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSport-Z collaborates with Welzijn Bergen on the Open Atelier creative workshop held weekly at Wijksteunpunt Binnenhof in Bergen.
• VIP Bergen (Vrijwilligers Informatie Punt Bergen)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVIP Bergen is a separate organization that supports and matches residents wanting to volunteer with organizations. They operate an open intake and provide the vacancy bank for volunteer opportunities, including those at Welzijn Bergen.
• Stichting Groet voor ElkaarminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerA separate foundation focused on the villages of Groet, Hargen, and Camperduin, dedicated to community well-being, mutual support, and cultural activities. Welzijn Bergen links to their activities on its website.
• Steunpunt EenzaamheidminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Steunpunt Eenzaamheid (Loneliness Support Point) works in partnership with the Geluksroute initiative founded by Marike van IJssel. Welzijn Bergen participates in this network during the Week tegen Eenzaamheid.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Humanitas (Nederland): Large Dutch welfare organization providing volunteer-driven services including buddy programs, caregiver support, and home visitations across multiple municipalities. Highly comparable service portfolio and volunteer model to Welzijn Bergen.
• Philadelphia (Nederland): Dutch nonprofit providing support to people with disabilities through community-based programs and welfare services. Comparable ANBI structure and community-delivered welfare model, with emphasis on personal support similar to Welzijn Bergen's maatjes programs.
• Cordaan: Amsterdam-based welfare and care organization providing elderly support, community-based services, and welfare work. Operates a similar mix of welfare and light-care services with neighborhood-level presence, scaled across a larger region.
• DOCK: Dutch municipal welfare organization providing community support, youth work, and elderly services through neighborhood-based locations. Closely comparable GtM model with wijksteunpunten-style infrastructure and volunteer involvement.
• Incluzio: Dutch welfare and social services provider operating under municipal contracts with services spanning youth, elderly, and community support. Directly comparable revenue model (municipal contracts) and multi-segment welfare portfolio.
• Leger des Heils Nederland: Salvation Army Netherlands delivers social welfare, homelessness prevention, and community support services across Dutch municipalities. Comparable ANBI-style structure, volunteer model, and service breadth to elderly and isolated residents.

Emerging players

• Buurtzorg Nederland: Dutch community-based care organization delivering neighborhood-level health and social support. Shares the community-embedded delivery philosophy but operates primarily in clinical home nursing rather than welfare work.

Regional players

• Age UK: UK national charity supporting older people through advice, befriending, and community activities. Comparable focus on loneliness prevention, buddy schemes, and local service delivery, but operates in a different national welfare system.

Broad incumbents

• Woonzorg Nederland: Larger Dutch elderly housing and care organization providing housing, well-being, and care services to seniors nationwide. Overlaps with Welzijn Bergen's elderly focus but at greater scale and with a housing-centric operating model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles19 records

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