Thinking and participating in Apeldoorn
Wherever possible, residents and entrepreneurs are given every opportunity to think and participate. This is how we build our society, city, villages and neighbourhoods together. There are many ways to think and participate.
New Year: apply for a grant for your initiative
Would you like to organise an event over the New Year period? From 1 September You can once again apply for a grant for New Year’s initiatives.
Initiative broker
Do you have an idea? The initiative broker is happy to think along with you. For example, whether you can get a subsidy. And she will help you find the right contacts.
Go toArea participation
Do you want to contribute to society or influence policy? Area participants can apply for an annual grant.
Go toGreening the street or neighbourhood
Do you know a place in your neighbourhood where you would like to see more greenery? Or do you have your own beautiful, creative idea to make your street or neighbourhood greener?
Go toWatching policy-making
Would you like to follow along as we make (policy) plans? Through the vitality agenda, you can contribute to plans that benefit everyone.
Go toGrant for your initiative
Do you have an idea for an initiative to make Apeldoorn a bit nicer, more fun, better or more social? You may be able to get a grant for that. Or be inspired by other residents' initiatives.
Read more about resident initiatives View examples of resident initiatives
Find a space for your idea
Do you want to organise an activity but are still looking for a space? Then take a look at the website of Makelpunt Apeldoorn. Here you will find a list of spaces to rent for (social) activities.
Go toCrowdfunding for your idea
Are you looking for money, resources or manpower for your project? On For Apeldoorn, you can start a crowdfunding and make your initiative visible.
Go toYour influence on the municipal council
There are several ways you can participate in and influence the municipal council. Are you interested in politics and would you like to participate actively? Then the Politically Active course might be for you. You can also talk to the council or speak at a meeting.