Jeugdfonds Sport & Cultuur — Sports and Culture Funding for Low-Income Children
3–18 yrs · free · МаастрихтDutch government financial aid program for children and young people from low-income families. Covers the cost of sports clubs, music lessons, swimming, and other cultural activities. From 2026, expanded support includes up to €350 for most sports (up to €750 for expensive sports), full coverage of swimming diplomas A and B, and access to fitness for young people from age 16. Available to Ukrainian children and asylum seekers depending on financial situation.
- Age
- 3–18 yrs
- Cost
- Free
- Applications
- Applications closed
- Where
- Маастрихт, Netherlands
- From Ukraine?
- Not from Ukraine. Who: діти з малозабезпечених родин у Маастрихті, зокрема українські
- Organiser
- maastrichtsport.nl
Who can apply
- Age 3–18 yrs
- Low income
Program Terms
Jeugdfonds Sport & Cultuur supports children and young people from low-income families. From 2026, the conditions are expanded:
- Amount of support: Costs are covered based on actual expenses. For most sports activities, the maximum is €350 per year (including clothing). For expensive sports (horseback riding, fitness, tennis) — up to €750.
- Swimming: Diplomas A and B are fully covered by the program, even if the child does another sport. Diploma C counts as a regular sports activity.
- Fitness for young people: From age 16, fitness can be done without a medical referral. For those under 16 — based on individual assessment.
- Access: Also available to children without residence status — asylum seekers and Ukrainian children depending on financial situation.
How to Apply
Parents cannot submit an application on their own. It is done by a professional: a school teacher, social worker, or representative of Stichting Leergeld.
For information and help with the application, contact your child's school teacher.