Charity Auction
It’s a tradition to have a charity auction at most pony conventions and PonyCon Holland is not going to be an exception. This means we are looking for those nice sparkly items to auction off.
So if you have some cool things you want to donate, please let us know by using the form in the link below. Thanks in advance for your help. Together we will make PonyCon Holland the best party ever!
The proceeds of the Charity Auction will go to je mag er zijn.
‘Je mag er zijn’ Midden-Nederland
Practical and social support for foster families and family homes
Foundation 'Je mag er zijn' Midden-Nederland offers foster families and family homes in Midden-Nederland practical and social support. On the one hand, we do this by providing (second-hand) children's items free of charge. These can range from children's clothing and toys to items such as car seats, beds, children's bicycles and strollers. On the other hand, the foundation is of great social value; foster parents can find a listening ear with us if they need one.
With our work we help foster families take care of children who (temporarily) aren’t able to live at home because of an unsafe home environment. Especially in a crisis home placement, items and clothing are acutely needed, because the children often arrive at the foster family with very few belongings. But even in long-term care, clothes, books, toys and all kinds of children's items are greatly appreciated by many foster families.
Foundation 'Je mag er zijn' Midden-Nederland manages a warehouse in Woudenberg where all goods are sorted out and put on display, and where foster families and family homes can choose any necessary items for free. The depot is open twice a week. Additionally, it will be opened by appointment in case of a crisis placement.
While 'browsing,' valuable meetings between foster parents can take place. They can share their stories with other parents who have had their own unique experiences with foster care. There is both a sense of recognition and of acknowledgement. Foster parents can both provide advice and offer each other a listening ear. It is also nice that everyone at 'Je mag er zijn' understands that any foster child may display 'different' behavior for a while, and that as a foster parent each finds their own way to aid with that.
The foundation has existed for almost 15 years. All the work, such as sorting donated items and running the front desk, is done by a group of about 20 enthusiastic volunteers. Every year we help about 300 to 400 foster families and family homes.
Submit your items with the form below!
