Koppel-Swoe: welzijn en kinderopvang

What Koppel-Swoe: welzijn en kinderopvang does

Koppel-Swoe is a Dutch non-profit social welfare and childcare organization founded in 1977 and headquartered in Epe, Netherlands. It operates as the contracted welfare provider for the municipality of Epe, delivering services to residents across four villages — Epe, Vaassen, Emst, and Oene — through a network of eight Huizen van de Buurt (Neighborhood Houses) plus a central bureau that co-houses Kulturhus Epe. The organization runs approximately 30 distinct programs organized by life stage: childcare (Kinderdagopvang, VoorleesExpress), youth work (Jongerenwerk, JOGG, Heel Epe Beweegt), adult support (Moedige Dialoog debt counseling, Formulierenteam form assistance, Juridisch Advies legal advice, Buurtbemiddeling neighborhood mediation, Taalactiviteiten language programs), and elderly care (Steunpunt Mantelzorg caregiver support, Thuis Wonen Nu en Later independent-living counseling, Welzijn op Recept social prescribing).

The business model is subsidy-driven rather than commercial. Koppel-Swoe is funded primarily by municipal subsidy from the gemeente Epe, with services delivered free or at nominal cost to residents (e.g., €2 per visit for hersengym, €6 for a three-course community meal, free toys and clothing for low-income residents). The organization operates under a Works Council (OR) and Supervisory Board (Raad van Toezicht) governance structure typical of Dutch welfare non-profits. Its go-to-market is community-led: physical presence in neighborhood houses, a public online activity agenda, a Facebook page, and referral pipelines through GPs, schools, and municipal social services drive resident engagement. There is no proprietary technology platform; service delivery is human-led by approximately 16+ identifiable staff (social workers, coordinators, consultants) supplemented by a volunteer network and cross-sector partners including Viattence, IJsselheem, Lelie Zorggroep, VluchtelingenWerk Epe, AnQer, MEE Samen, and Ronde Tafel 102 Epe.

Name

Koppel-Swoe: welzijn en kinderopvang

Legal name

Koppel-Swoe

Website

https://koppelswoe.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Koppel-Swoe is a Dutch non-profit welfare and childcare organization founded in 1977, serving residents of the municipality of Epe through eight neighborhood houses with approximately 30 programs spanning childcare, youth work, adult social support, and elderly care, funded by municipal subsidy.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social Welfare and Childcare Services

NAICS

Child Care Services (62441), Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Child and Youth Services (62411)

SIC

Services-Child Day Care Services (8351), Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

Affordable Housing & Community Development (Housing, Community Land Trusts) (BPAGALAC)

Keywords

• Community welfare services
• Child day care services
• Youth development programs
• Caregiver support services
• Independent living support

Headquarters

HQ city

Epe

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Municipal Subsidy: Koppel-Swoe receives subsidy from the municipality of Epe to fund its operations. The organization manages multiple Huizen van de Buurt and community welfare services funded through public grants.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Koppel-Swoe is a private non-profit social welfare and childcare organization that directly provides childcare, youth work, community activities, and welfare support for children, adults, seniors, and informal caregivers in the municipality of Epe. It combines a network of eight Huizen van de Buurt, youth centers, direct social work, municipal referrals, and volunteer-based activities to deliver most services free or at low cost.

Product overview

Koppel-Swoe is a social welfare and childcare organization serving the municipality of Epe in the Netherlands. The organization operates as a multi-service platform offering approximately 30 distinct programs organized across four life-stage target groups: children (kinderen), youth (jongeren), adults (volwassenen), and elderly (ouderen). The portfolio includes both direct service delivery (daycare, youth work, neighborhood centers) and support services (legal aid, form assistance, caregiver support, language programs). Core offerings include Huis van de Buurt (neighborhood houses across 8 locations), childcare services, youth development programs, community sports, social support services, and poverty/alleviation initiatives. Services are primarily funded through municipal subsidy and provided free or at low cost to residents.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Huis van de Buurt: Neighborhood houses providing meeting places, activities, information and advice on welfare, care and housing
• EpeDoet!
• Heel Epe Beweegt
• Kinderdagopvang Epe

Products and services

• Neighborhood House (Huis van de Buurt) A neighborhood center providing meeting spaces, activities, information, and advice on welfare, care, and housing for residents of the municipality of Epe.
• Daycare (Kinderopvang / Kinderdagopvang) Daycare services for children in the municipality of Epe.
• JOGG (Young People at a Healthy Weight; Jongeren op Gezond Gewicht) A program helping young people achieve and maintain a healthy weight through lifestyle interventions.
• Reading Aloud Program (VoorleesExpress) A reading-aloud program for children aged 2-8 that stimulates language development in the municipality of Epe.
• Parent Support Group (Opladers) A parent support group where parents in the municipality of Epe come together to support one another in raising children.
• Support Parent (Steunouder) A support-parent service providing assistance and guidance to families in the municipality of Epe.
• Youth Work (Jongerenwerk) Youth work services for young people aged 12-23 in the municipality of Epe, focused on talent development, connection, and meeting others.
• Neighborhood Sports (Buurtsport) A neighborhood sports program promoting physical activity and community engagement.
• Forms Team (Formulierenteam) A form-assistance team helping residents with administrative paperwork and form completion.
• Legal Advice (Juridisch Advies) A free legal-advice service helping residents with questions about legal and social-law matters.
• Informal Caregiver Support Point (Steunpunt Mantelzorg) A support point for informal caregivers providing independent information, advice, and support to caregivers in the municipality of Epe.
• Living at Home Now and Later (Thuis Wonen Nu en Later) A free counseling service for residents on living independently at home for longer.
• Repair Café A free repair service for electrical appliances, toys, furniture, and clothing in Epe, Emst, Oene, and Vaassen.
• Clothing House (Kledinghuis) A free secondhand clothing and toy service for residents of the municipality of Epe.
• Community Café (Eetcafé) A community dining service providing affordable meals and opportunities for social interaction.
• EpeDoet! A service connecting residents with volunteer opportunities and community initiatives.
• Language Activities (Taalactiviteiten) Language activities, including Dutch conversation lessons, for residents with migration backgrounds.
• Welfare on Prescription (Welzijn op Recept) A welfare-prescription program connecting healthcare referrals to community social activities.
• Neighborhood Mediation (Buurtbemiddeling) A neighborhood mediation service for resolving conflicts between neighbors.
• Client and Resident Support (Cliënt- en Inwonersondersteuning) A client and resident support service providing guidance on social services and care options.
• Befriending Service (Maatjes) A befriending service connecting people for personal contact and shared activities.
• Brave Dialogue Epe (Moedige Dialoog Epe) A service addressing poverty and debt issues in the municipality of Epe.
• Young Informal Caregivers (Jonge Mantelzorgers) A support service for young informal caregivers up to age 25 who are caring for family members.
• Neighborhood Points (Buurtpunten) Neighborhood points providing day activities for residents in the municipality of Epe.
• Washing and Ironing Service (Was & Strijk Service) A washing and ironing service for residents who are unable to complete these tasks themselves.
• Organized Outings (Uitjes) Organized excursions and outings for residents aged 18 and older in the municipality of Epe.
• Neighborhood Coffee (Buurtkoffie) Neighborhood coffee gatherings for social connection and community building.
• Area Managers (Gebiedsregisseurs) Area managers coordinating neighborhood development and community services.
• Housing Coordinator (Huismeester) A housing coordinator service for status holders that assists with integration.

Quantifiable outcome

• 60 young people participated in the 4th annual youth day at Burnside Cablepark (2026)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• ViattenceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerViattence is a care organization collaborating with Koppel-Swoe on information meetings for elderly and their families regarding transitions to nursing homes.
• IJsselheemminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIJsselheem is a care provider partnering with Koppel-Swoe on information evenings about nursing home transitions.
• Stip HeerdeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStip Heerde partners with Koppel-Swoe on information meetings about elderly care and transitions.
• Lelie ZorggroepminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLelie Zorggroep collaborates with Koppel-Swoe on elderly care information meetings.
• Vrijwillige Hulpdienst VaassenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVrijwillige Hulpdienst Vaassen co-organizes Repair Café events with Koppel-Swoe across the municipality, providing volunteer repair expertise.
• De KruimelschaarminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDe Kruimelschaar partners with Koppel-Swoe on Repair Café activities, contributing volunteer repair services.
• Ronde Tafel 102 EpeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRonde Tafel 102 Epe donated 130 toy vouchers worth €3,450 to Koppel-Swoe for distribution to families experiencing financial hardship. This is a charitable donation relationship.
• VluchtelingenWerk EpeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVluchtelingenWerk Epe co-organized the Ontmoet-Cultuurdag cultural exchange event with Koppel-Swoe in Vaassen.
• AnQerminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnQer is a care organization whose professional staff participate in GewoonSamen activities (inclusion program for people with and without disabilities) alongside Koppel-Swoe staff.
• MEE SamenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMEE Samen is a disability advocacy organization whose staff co-facilitate GewoonSamen inclusion activities and autism discussion groups with Koppel-Swoe.
• Bruna & Speelgoed VaassenminorOthersLocal toy retailer in Vaassen that accepts toy vouchers donated by Ronde Tafel 102 Epe and distributed through Koppel-Swoe.
• Intertoys EpeminorOthersLocal toy retailer in Epe that accepts toy vouchers donated through Koppel-Swoe's network.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• MO Groep: Dutch welfare and childcare organization combining community welfare with daycare, youth services, and elderly support across multiple municipalities. Closest comparable in structure to Koppel-Swoe's integrated welfare-and-childcare model.
• VluchtelingenWerk Nederland: National Dutch refugee-support organization that partners with Koppel-Swoe on integration and language activities. Comparable in delivering community welfare for vulnerable populations with municipal funding.
• Participe Groep: Dutch welfare organization delivering Wmo and Jeugdwet services including youth work, neighborhood activities, caregiver support, and informal care — directly mirroring Koppel-Swoe's service catalog.
• Vivenio: Dutch welfare provider offering social support, youth care, elderly support, and neighborhood-based community services to municipalities — a structurally comparable regional welfare operator.
• Stichting WIJ Groningen: Dutch municipal welfare foundation combining social work, youth services, and community programming — a near-equivalent organizational structure to Koppel-Swoe operating in a different region.
• MEE Samen: Dutch disability advocacy and inclusion organization that is already a co-delivery partner of Koppel-Swoe on the GewoonSamen program. Operates social support and family services with similar geographic concentration.

Broad incumbents

• Humanitas: Large Dutch welfare organization offering youth support, elderly companionship, and social integration programs nationally. Operates in Koppel-Swoe's space at significantly greater scale and geographic breadth.
• Buurtzorg Nederland: Dutch community-based home care organization built on neighborhood-embedded self-managing teams. Compares to Koppel-Swoe in its philosophy of hyper-local, community-rooted service delivery — though focused on home health rather than welfare.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/koppelswoe
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/koppelswoe

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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