Money Guide Weeks

Residents of Brainport Eindhoven can take advantage of various financial schemes. Unfortunately, not all residents know this. As a result, these remain on the shelf and that is a shame, especially in these times with the high energy prices.

To help residents of Eindhoven apply for the energy allowance, among other things, and to relieve social organizations, Ergon, Gemeente Eindhoven, the Social Counselors of Lumens, Werkplaats Financiën, WIJeindhoven, Samen voor Eindhoven and the Partnerfonds Brainport Eindhoven work together during the Money Guide Weeks.

Company volunteers (Money Guides) are on hand during walk-in hours to support Eindhoven residents in applying for the schemes.

November 29 through December 16, 2022, there will be additional walk-in consultations where Eindhoven residents will receive support in applying for the energy allowance. These walk-in consultations are run by corporate volunteers from various companies in the Eindhoven region. By setting up a city-wide campaign, volunteers ultimately contribute to making residents in Eindhoven financially fitter. Data shows that approximately 4,000 residents have not yet applied for the Meedoen contribution. If you apply for this Meedoen contribution you will also immediately be included in the application for energy allowance.

"This afternoon as a volunteer got acquainted with the admirable approach of Partnerfonds Brainport Eindhoven and Samen voor Eindhoven. Parties that, together with partners from the business community, are committed in this Brainport region to help people with money worries in applying for the energy allowance. High energy prices cause many headaches. Financial fitness and sustainability (awareness) go hand in hand in this application. A whole different afternoon spending our time together working for a better world! Did you already know that you can also volunteer?"

Saskia van de SchootCEO Alius - volunteer walk-in clinic Money Guide Weeks

"Inclusive Communication. Always inspiring to participate in a pro bono day of Samen voor Eindhoven! Superfine to spar with fellow communication consultants, look at an issue with different eyes and, of course, learn from each other. This issue appealed to me for several reasons: it was about the energy transition and the social problems that arise from it and I had a hunch that my knowledge about inclusive communication would come in handy. This was indeed the case and some great discussions ensued. Cool to be involved with my profession and areas of focus and interest in this way!"

Marlies van ExterStoryteller & Writer | Communications Consultant - probono volunteer communications campaign Money Guide Weeks

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