About the program
The Civil Society Hub supports organisations working to strengthen community cohesion, inclusion, and integration in the Netherlands.
Many grassroots initiatives play a vital role in their communities but face challenges in growth, funding, and sustainability. This program provides practical support to help organisations develop and thrive.
The program timeline: September 2026 to April 2027
What You Will Gain
Participants benefit from a structured program combining expert training, individual mentorship, and well-being support. You will strengthen your organisational skills, receive tailored guidance, and connect with peers and alumni.
How It Works
The program is tailored to your organisation. It starts with a needs assessment, followed by customised support, ongoing adjustments, and a final evaluation to track your progress.
Who Can Apply
We are looking for small, emerging civil society organisations in the Netherlands working with vulnerable or marginalised communities.
Organisations are often in an early stage, with small teams and may not yet be formally structured or funded. Participants should be able to attend in-person sessions in the Randstad region and have sufficient English to engage in programme activities and participate in discussions and workshops.
What You Will Gain
Participants benefit from a structured program combining expert training, individual mentorship, and well-being support. You will strengthen your organisational skills, receive tailored guidance, and connect with peers and alumni.
How It Works
The program is tailored to your organisation. It starts with a needs assessment, followed by customised support, ongoing adjustments, and a final evaluation to track your progress.
Who Can Apply
We are looking for small, emerging civil society organisations in the Netherlands working with vulnerable or marginalised communities.
Organisations are often in an early stage, with small teams and may not yet be formally structured or funded. Participants should be able to attend in-person sessions in the Randstad region and have sufficient English to engage in programme activities and participate in discussions and workshops.
"I was really happy to participate in this program because it gave me a lot personally: how to build a team, unite people, work with grants, and fundraise."
Olena Tiutiunnyk
Board member of UWRA Community Amsterdam
"My participation in the Civil Society HUB program gave me a lot of knowledge that I will bring to my team, and together we will create a better community in Zaandam."
Bogdana Postrygan
Founder of the Oekraïense Club Foundation
"I took part in this program because I was excited to learn more and share experiences with other peers and leaders."
Oksana Savchuk
Coordinator of the Ukrainian House in Rotterdam and co-founder of the VATAHA Foundation
"What I appreciated most was the exchange of ideas and experiences."
Aljona Wertheim-Davygora
Head of the Slava i Volya Foundation
"I valued the program because it gave me the opportunity to get to know other NGOs."
Denys Keshkentiy
Head of the Gelukkige Jeugd Foundation
"I was really happy to participate in this program because it gave me a lot personally: how to build a team, unite people, work with grants, and fundraise."
Olena Tiutiunnyk
Board member of UWRA Community Amsterdam
"My participation in the Civil Society HUB program gave me a lot of knowledge that I will bring to my team, and together we will create a better community in Zaandam."
Bogdana Postrygan
Founder of the Oekraïense Club Foundation
"I took part in this program because I was excited to learn more and share experiences with other peers and leaders."
Oksana Savchuk
Coordinator of the Ukrainian House in Rotterdam and co-founder of the VATAHA Foundation
"What I appreciated most was the exchange of ideas and experiences."
Aljona Wertheim-Davygora
Head of the Slava i Volya Foundation
"I valued the program because it gave me the opportunity to get to know other NGOs."
Denys Keshkentiy
Head of the Gelukkige Jeugd Foundation
Ready to strengthen your organisation?
Join an 8-month program with training, mentorship, and tailored support for grassroots organisations in the Netherlands.
For any questions, please contact us by email: civilsocietyhub@oporafoundation.nl
About the program
The Civil Society Hub supports organisations working to strengthen community cohesion, inclusion, and integration in the Netherlands.
Many grassroots initiatives play a vital role in their communities but face challenges in growth, funding, and sustainability. This program provides practical support to help organisations develop and thrive.
The program timeline: September 2026 to April 2027
What You Will Gain
Participants benefit from a structured program combining expert training, individual mentorship, and well-being support. You will strengthen your organisational skills, receive tailored guidance, and connect with peers and alumni.
How It Works
The program is tailored to your organisation. It starts with a needs assessment, followed by customised support, ongoing adjustments, and a final evaluation to track your progress.
Who Can Apply
We are looking for small, emerging civil society organisations in the Netherlands working with vulnerable or marginalised communities.
Organisations are often in an early stage, with small teams and may not yet be formally structured or funded. Participants should be able to attend in-person sessions in the Randstad region and have sufficient English to engage in programme activities and participate in discussions and workshops.
"I was really happy to participate in this program because it gave me a lot personally: how to build a team, unite people, work with grants, and fundraise."
Olena Tiutiunnyk
Board member of UWRA Community Amsterdam
"My participation in the Civil Society HUB program gave me a lot of knowledge that I will bring to my team, and together we will create a better community in Zaandam."
Bogdana Postrygan
Founder of the Oekraïense Club Foundation
"I took part in this program because I was excited to learn more and share experiences with other peers and leaders."
Oksana Savchuk
Coordinator of the Ukrainian House in Rotterdam and co-founder of the VATAHA Foundation
"What I appreciated most was the exchange of ideas and experiences."
Aljona Wertheim-Davygora
Head of the Slava i Volya Foundation
"I valued the program because it gave me the opportunity to get to know other NGOs."
Denys Keshkentiy
Head of the Gelukkige Jeugd Foundation
Ready to strengthen your organisation?
Join an 8-month program with training, mentorship, and tailored support for grassroots organisations in the Netherlands.
For any questions, please contact us by email: civilsocietyhub@oporafoundation.nl