Gennep residents can win €45,000 for neighborhood projects with new initiatives
Residents of Gennep can now transform their neighborhoods with two new schemes: the ID Trophy, offering €45,000 for a winning community idea, and BuurtaanZ!, supporting smaller projects like benches or greening. Both aim to boost local involvement and livability.
| Initiative | Description | Funding/Prize | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| ID Trophy | Competition for a major neighborhood improvement idea (e.g., art, events) | €45,000 | Voting in Sept 2026, implementation in 2027 |
| BuurtaanZ! | Ongoing scheme for smaller projects (e.g., benches, street art, greening) | Multiple projects | Year-round |
| Eligibility | Open to all Gennep residents | N/A | N/A |
| Assessment | Feasibility and safety checks for all submitted ideas | N/A | N/A |
The municipality of Gennep plays a key role in fostering community engagement and improving local living conditions. By launching these initiatives, it aims to empower residents to take an active part in shaping their neighborhoods while providing financial and logistical support.
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ID Trophy and BuurtaanZ!: New opportunities for your neighbourhood
The municipality is introducing two new opportunities for residents to improve their living environment: the return of the ID Trophy and the launch of BuurtaanZ! (placemaking). Both schemes encourage creativity, collaboration and involvement across all districts of our municipality.
ID Trophy: One winning idea for €45,000
The ID Trophy is back! With this competition, you can submit your best idea and stand a chance to win €45,000 to implement your plan. Your idea could involve, for example:
- greening initiatives
- art projects
- an event
- an educational project
- activities that strengthen community and liveability
All plans will be assessed for feasibility and safety. Five finalists will then be selected.
In the summer, these initiators will campaign to gather votes. In September, everyone can vote for their favourite plan. The winning idea will be implemented in 2027, with the municipality providing support during execution.
BuurtaanZ!: Improve your neighbourhood with small and medium-sized projects
In addition to the ID Trophy competition, the municipality is also launching BuurtaanZ!. This is an ongoing and accessible scheme that allows you to enhance your neighbourhood, street or district. You could consider:
- benches
- greening projects
- small meeting spots
- street art
- snack routes
- exercise spots
- other ideas that make the outdoor space more attractive
BuurtaanZ! is available for all districts, and we support multiple projects each year. This way, we can accommodate many great ideas.
Submit your idea!
While the ID Trophy focuses on one major idea, BuurtaanZ! is aimed at multiple smaller and medium-sized projects that contribute to a pleasant living environment. Do you have a great plan? Sign up for one of the two schemes! More information is available at www.gennep.nl/buurt.