Stichting Kledingbank Uniek

What Stichting Kledingbank Uniek does

Stichting Kledingbank Uniek is a Dutch non-profit foundation (stichting) registered in Barendrecht, Netherlands, operating as a clothing bank for residents of the Barendrecht and Albrandswaard municipalities whose incomes are at or below 130% of the welfare level. Founded in August 2016 by Ariane Verdoorn and Nikolla (Niko) Pjetri, the foundation opened its first physical location at Talmaweg 107 in Barendrecht in 2017 and relocated to a larger facility at Kruidentuin 10 in April 2024. Service offerings span core clothing distribution (sourced entirely from donations), a free barber and nail-care service (Kapsalon UnieK), a baby corner with maternity packages and baby supplies (Nine Months), and maternity and menstruation packages, all delivered through a retail-storefront format designed around dignity-preserving self-selection rather than handout distribution.

The operating model is structurally low-revenue: customers pay €2.50 per adult per seasonal card (valid 6 months, with children under 17 free), periodic "Unieke verkoopdagen" sell excess inventory to the general public at per-kilogram rates, and the foundation is funded by individual and corporate donations plus occasional small grants (notably €7,000 from Oranje Fonds in 2019 and €1,000 from Lionsclub IJsselmonde in 2025). The organization operates without any government subsidy, has no paid staff, and runs entirely on 14+ named volunteers plus a board (Ariane Verdoorn as chair and founder, Annet van der Laan as secretary, Denise Dentro as board member, and Anny Chen-Nelemans handling social media). Technology is limited to standard retail management practices and a paper-based seasonal card system, with no proprietary software, no app, and no digital commerce infrastructure beyond a Facebook page and Instagram account.

Customer acquisition is driven by a network of institutional referral partners — Wijkteam Barendrecht, Gemeentelijke Sociale Dienst, Vluchtelingenwerk, Voedselbank Barendrecht, Stichting Leergeld, Stichting Jarige Job, and Centrum voor Jeugd en Gezin — supplemented by word of mouth and earned local media coverage. Customer base exceeded 400 individuals as of 2019 and continues to grow weekly. The foundation holds ANBI (public benefit) status and is registered with KVK under number 66662370.

Name

Stichting Kledingbank Uniek

Legal name

Stichting Kledingbank Uniek

Website

https://stichtinguniek.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Stichting Kledingbank Uniek is a Dutch non-profit clothing bank serving low-income residents of Barendrecht and Albrandswaard. It distributes donated clothing, offers free barber and baby/maternity services, and operates entirely on volunteer labor, donations, and nominal seasonal card fees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Charitable Social Services

NAICS

Personal and Laundry Services (812)

SIC

Retail-Apparel & Accessory Stores (5600)

akta.pro primary industry

Special Education, Disability Support & Inclusive Education Nonprofits (BPAGADAH)

Keywords

• Clothing bank services
• Charity organization
• Social welfare services
• Clothing distribution
• Community support

Headquarters

HQ city

Barendrecht

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Customer Registration Fees: Customers pay a small fee for seasonal cards (summer/winter) - €2.50 per person per season. Cards are valid for 6 months. Children up to 17 years receive cards free of charge. Revenue is minimal and intended to cover operational costs.
2. Special Sale Days: Periodic 'Unieke verkoopdagen' events where anyone can shop. Payment is per kilogram at small rates. These events help clear seasonal inventory and generate additional revenue while supporting sustainability through clothing reuse.
3. Donations: The organization relies entirely on donations from individuals, companies, and organizations in Barendrecht, Albrandswaard, and surrounding municipalities. Donations include clothing, goods, and financial support. The organization operates without government subsidies.
4. Barber Services (Subsidiary): Free barber services are provided to customers as part of the support package, with no direct revenue generation. Helps customers maintain confidence and dignity.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Stichting Kledingbank Uniek operates a volunteer-run clothing bank that provides free clothing to low-income residents of Barendrecht and Albrandswaard in the Netherlands. The organization also offers free barber services (Kapsalon UnieK), baby and maternity supplies (Nine Months), and special sale days for the general public, all sourced through community donations.

Product overview

Stichting Kledingbank Uniek is a nonprofit clothing bank offering a unified service portfolio centered on providing clothing and essential supplies to people with low income (up to 130% of welfare level) in Barendrecht and Albrandswaard. The core offerings include Clothing Distribution (gratis kleding), Kapsalon UnieK (free barber and beauty services), Nine Months baby corner (kraamspullen), and Maternity/Menstruation Packages. All services are supported by a clothing container donation service and public donation acceptance, operating through a team of enthusiastic volunteers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Kapsalon UnieK: A barbershop service where UnieK customers can get free haircuts, blow-drying, styling, and nail care. Appointments can be made at the counter or by phone.
• Babyhoek / Kraamspullen
• Kraam- en menstruatiepakketten

Products and services

• Clothing Distribution (Kleding)
• Kapsalon UnieK (Barber/Salon Services)
• Nine Months (Baby Corner/Kraamspullen)
• Maternity and Menstruation Packages (Kraam- en menstruatiepakketten)
• Special Sale Days (Unieke Verkoopdagen)

Quantifiable outcome

• 400+ customers served weekly
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Voedselbank BarendrechtcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFood bank referral partner serving overlapping clientele. Coordinates services for families in financial need who may need both food and clothing assistance.
• VluchtelingenwerkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferral partner directing refugees and asylum seekers to clothing assistance services.
• Stichting Present BarendrechtminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal organization connecting volunteers and organizations. Facilitated donation from Jeans Centre.
• Stichting LeergeldcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership announced October 2023 to better support families in financial difficulty. Coordinated support for the 550+ children living near social minimum in Barendrecht.
• Stichting Jarige JobminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides birthday packages for children from low-income families, complementing clothing services.
• Stichting de OverburenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated on Sinterklaas action in 2025 with Pretloket to provide holiday gifts for children of customers.
• Stichting Altijd FeestminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal organization for community events and celebrations.
• Kijk op WelzijnminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganized volunteer market in June 2026 to recruit new volunteers for Uniek and other local organizations.
• Centrum voor Jeugd en GezinminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFamily and youth center providing referrals for families needing assistance.
• Barendrechtse UitdagingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMatches local businesses with charitable causes. Facilitated connections with Unica (tools donation) and other businesses.
• Vijfvinkel SchoenenminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor providing shoes and footwear donations.
• Stolen ConceptminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor contributing to the organization.
• Jeans Centre AlblasserdamminorGTM or Marketing PartnerProvided four containers of new clothing (jeans, shirts) in 2017 via Stichting Present connection.
• Claudius MenswearminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor contributing to the organization.
• Chica's ModeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDonated bags, shoes, and clothing after summer break 2017.
• Blue BasementminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor contributing to the organization.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Stichting Present: Dutch non-profit connecting volunteers with people in need, often facilitating clothing and goods donations. Listed as a Stichting Present Barendrecht partner that has channeled donations (e.g., from Jeans Centre) to Uniek.
• Stichting Leergeld: National Dutch non-profit enabling children from low-income families to participate in school, sports, and social activities. Directly comparable as a confirmed partner organization of Uniek serving the same Barendrecht/Albrandswaard low-income families with complementary support.
• Stichting Voedselbanken Nederland: National umbrella of food banks providing free essentials to low-income households. Directly comparable mission (poverty alleviation via donated goods), volunteer-run local chapters, and overlapping referral partnerships (Voedselbank Barendrecht is a direct partner of Uniek).
• Armoedefonds: Dutch foundation supporting local anti-poverty initiatives across the Netherlands. Listed as a direct donor to Uniek and operates in the same funding ecosystem for local poverty projects.
• Stichting Jarige Job: Dutch charity providing birthday packages to children from low-income families. Listed as a partner of Uniek and serves the same demographic with complementary in-kind support.
• Stichting de Overburen: Dutch non-profit supporting neighborhood-level social initiatives. Partnered with Uniek on the 2025 Sinterklaas gift action, operating in the same community-building space.

Broad incumbents

• Stichting Leger des Heils (Salvation Army Netherlands): Large Dutch non-profit providing clothing, food, shelter, and social services to low-income and homeless individuals. Comparable in serving the same client base with clothing distribution and dignity-focused support, though at a vastly larger scale and broader service scope.
• Stichting Vluchtelingenwerk: Major Dutch organization supporting refugees and asylum seekers. Listed as a referral partner of Uniek and serves an overlapping refugee client segment in need of clothing and essentials.

Emerging players

• Kapsalon Zonder Naam / Sociaal Haarwerk: Dutch initiatives providing free or low-cost haircuts to people in poverty. Comparable to Uniek's Kapsalon UnieK sub-brand in delivering dignity-restoring grooming services to underserved clients.

Others

• Lions Club IJsselmonde: Local chapter of the international Lions Club service organization. Listed as a direct financial donor (€1,000 in 2025) to Uniek and represents the civic-club funding ecosystem supporting the organization.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/StichtingkledingbankUniek
• Instagraminstagram.com/stichtingkledingbankuniek
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/stichting-uniek

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

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