Exactly what it takes to get started.
Towards (better) work, entrepreneurship and social activation.
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How it works
Someone in a vulnerable position in the labour market is able and willing to work. But one thing is missing, and it can't be solved within the existing options.
A professional spots it, gets creative and applies to Everyday Heroes. A driving licence, a laptop, tools, workwear or a certificate.
Everyday Heroes is happy to help and makes it happen. If it fits our ground rules, it's sorted within two weeks!
The result
Someone gets started and grows. Under their own steam, with exactly the support they needed.
For each person, you can see which step was taken, what they went on to do, which obstacle was removed and who made it possible.
Overall reports show exactly what works, where and for whom, by region, target group and theme.
Exactly what it takes to get started!
Discover how we help people move forward all over the country.
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OUR IMPACT
What we make possible together
Thousands of people at work
Every story is different. Get inspired by the people behind the numbers.
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Making entrepreneurship accessible
Together with KVK, the Netherlands Chamber of Commerce, we're making entrepreneurship accessible to everyone.
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Making a difference in the neighbourhood
The next step for residents of the most vulnerable neighbourhoods.
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Impact with SROI
Social Return as a way to really help people move forward. With every single obligation.
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Tailored to each target group
How we remove obstacles for, say, people with a visual impairment.
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A collective agreement that goes further
Together with the banks, we make tailored support possible for anyone who needs it.
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Here you go, a book full of good stories!
In the book "Precies wat nodig is" (Exactly what it takes), you get to know every side of our work, told by the people we make it all happen with.
"Bringing people's untapped, hidden talents to the surface. That's the heart of my work."
Read Mila's story →
HOW TO APPLY
Can you see what someone needs, but it doesn't fit existing schemes?
Every job coach, adviser, employer, community coach or other professional who helps someone move forward in the labour market knows the feeling: you know what's needed, but you can't get it organised. Sometimes it's the speed, sometimes the provision simply doesn't exist, sometimes it just doesn't quite fit. That's when you call on Everyday Heroes.
Applying is easy, using the application form. Within five working days, you'll hear whether we can fund it.
INVEST WITH US
Businesses, municipalities, foundations and individuals make it possible.
As a contributor, you help where it matters to you. Of every euro that comes in as an Impact Package, 75 cents goes straight to the missing link for someone who needs it. You decide where: by region, target group or theme.