Stichting Scala Welzijn

What Stichting Scala Welzijn does

Stichting Scala Welzijn is a Dutch non-profit foundation (stichting, KVK 41002866) headquartered in Oosterwolde that operates as the designated welfare organization for the municipality of Ooststellingwerf in Friesland. It delivers a broad, integrated portfolio of community services spanning early childhood development (Stapprogramma's: Instapje, Opstapje, Opstap), nine preschool playgroups (peuterspeelgroepen) distributed across the municipality, youth work and after-school activities, volunteer coordination via the Scala Vrijwilligerscentrale, wellbeing coaching (Welzijnscoach), neighborhood mediation (Buurtbemiddeling), sports promotion (Buurtsport, Nationale Beweegweek), transport services (D.R.I.V.E. and ANWB AutoMaatje), financial self-reliance support (Budgetmaatjes, Grip & Glans, Geld en Grip), newcomer integration, and community development (Opbouwwerk). Services are organized across four regional teams covering 13 villages (Oosterwolde, Appelscha, Haulerwijk, Donkerbroek, Makkinga, Elsloo, Oldeberkoop, Waskemeer, Fochteloo, Ravenswoud, Nijeberkoop, Langedijke, Haule) with a central hub at De Kompaan.

Underlying program architecture relies on established Dutch welfare curricula such as the Piramideprogramma and the Stapprogramma's, supplemented by licensed digital content (Bereslim) delivered via home visits by Stapmedewerkers. The Stapprogramma has been extended into neighboring municipalities Opsterland and Súdwest-Fryslân, indicating the only documented cross-municipal growth lever. The organization holds ANBI (Algemeen Nut Beogende Instelling) public-benefit status and Sterk Sociaal Werk quality certification.

The business model is overwhelmingly grant- and contract-funded: revenue derives primarily from a welfare-services contract with the Municipality of Ooststellingwerf, with de minimis participation fees (e.g., €1.00 per Parent-and-Child session) for certain activities and most core services delivered free to residents. The organization is governed by a Raad van Toezicht (five-member supervisory board) and a directeur-bestuurder, with no shareholders or external equity owners; it publishes annual reports for 2022–2025.

Name

Stichting Scala Welzijn

Legal name

Stichting Scala Welzijn

Website

https://scala-welzijn.nl

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Stichting Scala Welzijn is the designated Dutch welfare foundation serving the municipality of Ooststellingwerf, delivering community services including early childhood education, youth work, financial coaching, transport, and volunteer coordination across 13 villages via 9 playgroup locations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Social Services

akta.pro primary industry

Education Grantmaking Foundations (BPAGAKAK)

Keywords

• Community welfare services
• Youth work programs
• Preschool playgroups
• Volunteer coordination
• Social support services

Headquarters

HQ city

Oosterwolde

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Revenue model

1. Municipal Government Contracts: Scala operates as a welfare organization under contract with the municipality of Ooststellingwerf, providing social welfare services to residents.
2. Client Service Fees: Some services include nominal fees, such as Ouder en Kind ochtend at €1.00 per session, while most core services like Budgetmaatjes, Grip & Glans, and Stapprogramma's are free.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

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Product overview

Stichting Scala Welzijn is a broad welfare organization providing comprehensive community services across the municipality of Ooststellingwerf in the Netherlands. The organization offers a diverse portfolio of interconnected social services rather than a traditional product portfolio. Core offerings include: early childhood development programs (Instapje, Opstapje, Opstap - collectively the Stapprogramma's), nine preschool playgroups (peuterspeelgroepen) across the municipality, youth work and after-school activities, volunteer coordination through the Vrijwilligerscentrale, transport services (D.R.I.V.E, Automaatje, ANWB AutoMaatje), financial support (Budgetmaatjes, Geld en Grip), neighborhood sports coaching, community mediation, wellbeing coaching, and community development (opbouwwerk). Services are delivered through multiple physical locations including De Kompaan in Oosterwolde and are organized in four geographic areas matching the municipality's villages.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• Children completing Stapprogramma's show increased self-confidence and better concentration at school
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Municipality of OoststellingwerfcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary municipal partner. Scala delivers welfare services under contract with the municipality of Ooststellingwerf, serving all residents of the municipality.
• Gebiedsteam OoststellingwerfcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArea team that refers residents to Scala services including DRIVE transport and Budgetmaatjes.
• ANWBcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerANWB AutoMaatje Ooststellingwerf - voluntary driver service for less mobile residents. Scala coordinates the service using ANWB branding and framework.
• Stichting KinderhulpminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorScala acts as intermediary for Stichting Kinderhulp, helping families access tickets to attractions like Duinen Zathe.
• Stichting LeergeldminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReferral partner for families needing support with costs for sports, culture, and school activities.
• SV OosterwoldeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSports club partner for Walking Football and other sports activities during National Beweegweek.
• SV DonkerbroekminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSports club partner hosting Voetgolf during National Beweegweek.
• OuderenfondsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganizer of Nationale Beweegweek for seniors, partnered with Scala for local delivery.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/stichtingscala
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/stichting-scala-welzijn
• Instagraminstagram.com/stichtingscala

Compliance2 records

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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