Stowarzyszenie Otwarte Drzwi

What Stowarzyszenie Otwarte Drzwi does

Stowarzyszenie Otwarte Drzwi (Open Doors Association) is a Polish non-governmental organization (stowarzyszenie) founded in 1995 and headquartered in Warsaw that delivers social, educational, rehabilitation, housing, and employment-support services to people at risk of social exclusion. Its primary beneficiaries are adults with intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, mental illness, autism, and Asperger syndrome, alongside the long-term unemployed, seniors, children and youth from dysfunctional families, people experiencing homelessness, and Ukrainian refugees. The organization operates 15 physical facilities across six Warsaw districts — including an Occupational Therapy Workshop (WTZ), Community Self-Help Center, Day Care and Social Rehabilitation Center, Support Center for Disabled Persons "PARTNERZY," a protected training apartment, and the Vocational Activity Establishment Galeria "Apteka Sztuki" — supplemented by social enterprises Kuchnia Czerwony Rower (catering) and Galeria za bramą (charitable shop). Since 1995 it has implemented 320 projects and reached approximately 95,000 beneficiaries cumulatively, including over 100 supported-employment placements since 2007.

Name

Stowarzyszenie Otwarte Drzwi

Legal name

Stowarzyszenie Otwarte Drzwi

Website

https://otwartedrzwi.pl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Stowarzyszenie Otwarte Drzwi is a Warsaw-based Polish non-profit founded in 1995 that operates 15 facilities delivering rehabilitation, supported employment, day care, and social integration services to people with disabilities, the unemployed, seniors, and at-risk youth.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability and Social Rehabilitation Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (6243), Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability Facilities (62321), Social Assistance (624)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAGACAG

Disability Services & Independent Living Support

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

SECONDARYBPAGAEAJ

Employment & Job Readiness Support Services

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Social Services & Community Support (Food, Housing, Family)

SECONDARYEDAKANAK

Housing Transition & Supported Living Navigation

Education/Special Education & Learning Support Services/Transition Services (Post-Secondary, Employment & Independent Living)

SECONDARYHLADAIAI

Special Needs Adult Day Programs (Developmental/Physical Disabilities, Seniors)

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Elder Care & Long-Term Care/Adult Day Health Care & Senior Day Care

Keywords

• Social rehabilitation services
• Supported employment programs
• Disability support services
• Vocational training services
• Community social services

Headquarters

HQ city

Warszawa

HQ country

Poland

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Social Enterprise - Kuchnia Czerwony Rower Restaurant: A social restaurant providing daily homemade meals (including vegetarian options), catering services, and event organization. Revenue supports meals, jobs, and professional development for people with disabilities, unemployed individuals, and those experiencing homelessness.
2. Galeria za bramą - Charitable Shop: Charitable retail store selling handmade products created during rehabilitation of people with disabilities and workshops for children/youth. Revenue distribution: 40% to job creation, 40% to association's statutory goals, 20% to shop maintenance.
3. Training and Workshop Services: Group training sessions on employing people with disabilities, mental health topics, and soft skills development. Handicraft workshops (ceramics, crochet, decoupage, greeting cards). Customized pricing per agreement.
4. Galeria Apteka Sztuki Venue Rental: Event space rental at Al. Wyzwolenia 3/5 location with over 130 sqm and 60 seating capacity. Income-generating events and facility hire.
5. Donations and 1.5% Tax Donation: Charitable donations from individuals and businesses. PEKAO SA bank account for transfers. Polish law allows individuals to donate up to 6% and companies up to 10% of income.
6. Government and Institutional Funding: Funding from public sources including PFRON (State Fund for Rehabilitation of Disabled Persons), Warsaw city government, Ministry of Family and Social Policy, and EU projects. Project 'Zauważ – Zatrudnij – Zyskaj' valued at 4,255,221.20 PLN.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels10 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Stowarzyszenie Otwarte Drzwi operates an integrated ecosystem of social, educational, rehabilitation, housing, and employment support services for people at risk of social exclusion in Warsaw, including people with intellectual and physical disabilities, mental illness, unemployed individuals, seniors, and children from dysfunctional families. Offerings span 15 facilities — day centers, an occupational therapy workshop, community self-help centers, supported housing, a vocational art-gallery establishment, a social restaurant, a charitable shop, an employment agency, and an after-school care facility — supplemented by employer training, a recurring supported-employment event, and deinstitutionalization programs.

Product overview

Stowarzyszenie Otwarte Drzwi is a non-profit social welfare organization offering a comprehensive ecosystem of rehabilitation, social support, and vocational activation services for people with disabilities, unemployed individuals, seniors, and children from dysfunctional families. The portfolio consists of 15 facilities including day centers (Ośrodek Dziennego Pobytu, Ośrodek Wsparcia PARTNERZY), occupational therapy workshops (WTZ), community self-help centers (Środowiskowy Dom Samopomocy), a protected training apartment (Mieszkanie chronione), and a vocational establishment (ZAZ Galeria Apteka Sztuki). These core facilities are complemented by social enterprises (Kuchnia Czerwony Rower restaurant, Galeria za bramą charitable shop), an employment agency, a children's club (Świetlica Mały Książę), and specialized programs (Giełda Mocy job exchange event, personal assistant programs, sexual education programs). The organization also offers event space rental, group trainings, and professional development services to businesses and institutions. Together these offerings create a continuum of care from rehabilitation and daily support to supported employment and independent living preparation.

Differentiator

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Functional benefit

Brands

• Giełda Mocy: Annual event promoting supported employment of persons with disabilities in the business and institutional environment, organized since 2010-2011 under the motto 'Zauważ – Zatrudnij – Zyskaj' (Notice – Employ – Profit).
• Kuchnia Czerwony Rower
• Galeria Apteka Sztuki
• Świetlica Opiekuńcza "Mały Książę"
• Mieszkanie chronione treningowe "Życie na swoim"

Products and services

• Warsztaty Terapii Zajęciowej (WTZ) Rehabilitation facility for 25 adults with intellectual disabilities at ul. Równa 10/3, Warsaw, providing training in household management, art, ceramics, computer skills, and handicraft workshops.
• Ośrodek Dziennego Pobytu i Rehabilitacji Społecznej (Day Care and Social Rehabilitation Center) Comprehensive support center at ul. Skorochód-Majewskiego 34 in Warsaw's Ochota district, offering cultural activities, civic education, English language, psychological and pedagogical workshops, and sports activities including swimming for adults with intellectual disabilities and comorbid conditions.
• Ośrodek Wsparcia Osób Niepełnosprawnych PARTNERZY (Support Center PARTNERZY) Support center at Al. Prymasa Tysiąclecia 145/149 in Warsaw's Wola district developing and improving skills of adults with intellectual disabilities through life-skills, creative activities, computer, and ceramics workshops.
• Środowiskowy Dom Samopomocy typ AB (Community Self-Help Center) Community self-help center at ul. Przyczółkowa 27a, Warsaw: Type A serves 30 people experiencing mental illness and Type B serves 22 people with intellectual disabilities, offering culinary, computer, art, and handicraft workshops.
• Mieszkanie Chronione Treningowe 'Życie na swoim' (Protected Training Apartment) Protected training apartment at ul. Kłobucka 16, Warsaw (Ursynów district) for 7 adults with intellectual disabilities, providing budget, culinary, cleaning, self-care, communication, and leisure-time training for stays of 1 to 12 months.
• ZAZ Galeria 'Apteka Sztuki' (Vocational Activity Establishment) Vocational establishment at Al. Wyzwolenia 3/5, Warsaw, employing 24 people with disabilities and combining contemporary art gallery operations with professional activation; the only such workplace in Warsaw combining an art gallery with employment of people with disabilities.
• Kuchnia Czerwony Rower (Social Restaurant) Social restaurant at ul. Targowa 82, Warsaw, offering daily homemade meals (including vegetarian options), catering services, and event organization; provides employment and professional development for people with disabilities, unemployed individuals, and people experiencing homelessness. Prices: soup from 6 PLN, main course from 21 PLN.
• Galeria za bramą (Charitable Shop) Charitable shop selling handcrafted items created during rehabilitation of people with disabilities, workshops for children and youth, and community activities; 40% of revenue supports job creation, 40% supports the association's statutory goals, 20% supports shop operations.
• Świetlica 'Mały Książę' (After-school Care Facility) After-school care facility for children and youth aged 6–15 from Warsaw's Praga-Północ district, providing comprehensive support, development opportunities, and prevention of behavioral difficulties; recently expanded with a corporate-volunteer-built multimedia studio 'Podwórko'.
• Agencja Zatrudnienia (Employment Agency) Free employment agency at ul. Targowa 82, Warsaw, providing job counseling, career guidance, vocational counseling, and mutual aid for job seekers, with a particular focus on people with long-term employment difficulties.
• Group Training Services (Szkolenia grupowe) Group training programs on employing people with disabilities, mental and intellectual disability topics, and soft skills (stress management, time management, emotional intelligence, assertiveness, creativity), with handicraft workshops (ceramics, crochet, decoupage, greeting cards) available; pricing customized per agreement.
• Galeria Apteka Sztuki – Event Space Rental Event space at Galeria Apteka Sztuki (over 130 sqm, 3m ceiling height, 60-seat capacity) at Al. Wyzwolenia 3/5, central Warsaw, available for hire and surrounded by gallery exhibits; open Monday–Friday 10:00–17:00 and Saturday 12:00–17:00.
• Sexual Education Programs 'AMOR' and 'Intymnie' Long-running sexual-education programs for people with intellectual disabilities, focused on a positive approach to sexuality, boundaries, safe relationships, consent, and personal safety; AMOR has run for over 20 years and is now succeeded by the 'Intymnie' program.

Quantifiable outcome

• 95,000 people helped cumulatively over 29 years
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

23 partnerships are on record, tiered supporting and core.

• Wodociągi Warszawskie (MPWIK)supportingGTM or Marketing PartnerWater utilities company supporting the association's activities through donations and sponsorship of projects.
• Carrefour PolskasupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerRetail chain providing support for association's social programs.
• Fundacja Leroy Merlin PolskasupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerFoundation supporting association's projects through donations and sponsorship.
• Galeria WileńskasupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerShopping gallery financially supporting programs for children and youth.
• MedicoversupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerHealthcare company supporting the 'Kucharz Doskonały' (Excellent Cook) Competition for people with intellectual disabilities.
• Sokołów S.A.supportingGTM or Marketing PartnerMeat production company supporting association's initiatives.
• Selgros Cash&CarrysupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerWholesale retailer supporting the 'Kucharz Doskonały' competition.
• SUEZ PolskasupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerFacilities management company, long-term partner in employing people with disabilities. Listed as partner for Giełda Mocy events.
• Sodexo PolskasupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCatering and facilities company providing catering for Giełda Mocy events and employing people with disabilities.
• Hotele DeSilvasupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerHotel chain employing people with disabilities with support of employment coaches. Sponsored films promoting supported employment.
• Coca-Cola HBCsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate volunteer program creating multimedia studio 'Podwórko' for children and youth at 'Mały Książę' care center.
• Fundacja Salva VitacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHungarian foundation creating new solutions in supported employment for people with disabilities. International expert partner for Giełda Mocy.
• Ministerstwo Rodziny, Pracy i Polityki SpołecznejcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMinistry of Family, Labor and Social Policy - patron of Giełda Mocy event. Government support for employment programs.
• Urząd Pracy m.st. WarszawycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerWarsaw Labor Office - partner for Giełda Mocy and supported employment initiatives.
• Ambasada Węgier w PolscesupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerEmbassy of Hungary - Honorary Patron of Giełda Mocy VI edition.
• Polska Unia Zatrudnienia WspomaganegocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPolish Union of Supported Employment - professional association for supported employment. Patron of Giełda Mocy.
• Abris CapitalsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerRepeat sponsor of projects for children and youth.
• Studio BuffosupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerSupport for 'Mikołaju Mam Dom' (Santa, I Have a Home) campaign.
• Centrum Techniki KulinarnejsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCulinary technique center supporting 'Kucharz Doskonały' competition.
• Ogólnopolskie Stowarzyszenie Szefów Kuchni i CukiernisupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCulinary professionals association supporting 'Kucharz Doskonały' competition.
• McDonald's PolskasupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerRestaurant chain employing people with disabilities through supported employment. Multiple successful placements documented.
• FreshmailsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerEmail service provider donating newsletter services.
• Świetlica Opiekuńcza 'Mały Książę'coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAfter-school care center for children from dysfunctional families. Partner in creating multimedia studio 'Podwórko'.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Caritas Polska: Poland's largest Catholic social-services NGO, running shelters, day centers, vocational training, and refugee aid. Overlaps with Otwarte Drzwi on homelessness, refugee, and youth services but at much larger scale and across more regions; not a direct disability-employment peer.

Direct peers

• Fundacja Szansa — Jesteśmy Razem: Polish foundation running grant competitions including "Włączmy się!" which has awarded Otwarte Drzwi funding. Directly comparable as a PFRON-funded grantmaker and disability-services operator covering rehabilitation, advocacy, and direct services.
• Warszawskie Forum Inicjatyw na rzecz Osób z Niepełnosprawnością Intelektualną: Warsaw-level coalition of organizations supporting people with intellectual disabilities. Zofia Pągowska, its chair, has publicly endorsed Otwarte Drzwi; the Forum functions as both a partner and a peer convener in the same Warsaw disability-services ecosystem.
• Fundacja Integracja: One of Poland's largest disability NGOs, running vocational activation, employer training, and supported-employment initiatives including the flagship "Osoba z niepełnosprawnością w pracy" programs. Closest national-level peer to Otwarte Drzwi on the employment-coaching and B2B training side.
• Fundacja Synapsis: Polish non-profit providing comprehensive support for people with autism and intellectual disabilities, including day centers, vocational activation, and supported employment. Directly comparable as a Warsaw-headquartered disability NGO with a similar mix of rehabilitation, day care, and employer placement programs.
• Fundacja Salva Vita: Hungarian supported-employment foundation explicitly listed as an international expert partner for Giełda Mocy. Operates a near-identical supported-employment and vocational-rehabilitation model in Hungary, making it a meaningful cross-border peer for benchmarking and program transfer.
• Polska Unia Zatrudnienia Wspomaganego: Polish Union of Supported Employment — the professional body that already serves as patron and partner for Otwarte Drzwi's Giełda Mocy event. Functions as both a peer and an ecosystem convener for supported-employment providers across Poland.

Regional players

• Towarzystwo Przyjaciół Dzieci (TPD): Long-standing Polish NGO running after-school care, youth programs, and family support — overlapping with Otwarte Drzwi's Świetlica Mały Książę segment. Comparable on the at-risk youth mission, broader national reach but less specialized in adult disability services.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries4 records

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