Katalys supports resident-led initiatives that make neighborhoods, villages, and districts greener, more sustainable, and more social. It is especially focused on helping community groups turn local ideas into action through advice, workshops, networks, and, when needed, social financing. The organization appears to prioritize practical, place-based projects in the Netherlands that strengthen community cohesion and create shared local assets.
Mixed support model: annual competition-style awards through Kern met Pit plus project-specific social financing such as subordinated loans, risk coverage, and other forms of community investment. Support is generally Netherlands-based, tied to local initiatives, and often includes non-financial assistance alongside modest prizes or larger financing packages depending on project needs.
For Kern met Pit, watch the annual September–October enrollment window and apply with a concrete neighborhood idea you can realize within one year. For financing, expect a project-specific review and be ready to show strong local support, social value, and a clear plan for how the project will be sustained financially and organizationally.
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Current and upcoming funding from Katalys that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Bewonersinitiatieven (local neighbourhood projects) in Nederland; deelnemers schrijven in als buurtinitiatief. Exact deelnamevoorwaarden op kernmetpit.nl.
Deadline: Inschrijving jaarlijks; typical inscription period September–October (e.g., 1 Sept–31 Oct 2026 for the 2027 edition).
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