Social return examples

Are you looking for inspiring examples of social return to explore how your organization can implement SROI? At Pineut, we're happy to show you how simple and meaningful it can be. Social return isn't just about fulfilling obligations; it's primarily about making a real social impact. With our DIY gifts and presents, produced in social workplaces, we ensure that your investment makes a tangible contribution to an inclusive society.

At Pineut, we believe everyone has a talent that deserves to be recognized. By collaborating with social workplaces in the Netherlands, we offer opportunities to people for whom work isn't a given. This way, we create gifts with a story that not only bring joy to the recipient but also contribute to your social return goals.

When companies have a social return obligation, it can be difficult to find a good way to fulfill it. That's why we're happy to share some inspiring, practical examples of social return:

A healthcare organization orders sustainable tea packages from Pineut as a thank-you gift for its employees. The tea is not only made with pure ingredients but also packaged by people in sheltered workplaces. This is a tangible example of how social return can be easily put into practice.

A construction company has chosen Pineut to handle its end-of-year gifts. Hundreds of packages are being packed by people with limited access to the labor market. This allows the company to meet the tender requirements while simultaneously making a positive social difference.

A municipality is organizing an event and wants to use sustainable products that also contribute to their social return objectives. They opted for our DIY drink mixes , which are locally produced and socially responsible. The result: happy participants and a concrete fulfillment of their obligations.

These kinds of social return examples show that making an impact doesn't have to be complicated. With Pineut, an obligation becomes an opportunity to create something beautiful together.

The term social return on investment is often used to illustrate the value of social investments. It's not just about the money being spent, but more importantly: what does this investment yield for society?

A concrete example of social return on investment at Pineut: Suppose a company orders €10,000 worth of gifts. This amount allows dozens of people to gain work experience in social workplaces, build social connections, and boost their self-confidence. For society, this means fewer barriers to the labor market and more opportunities for everyone. This makes the investment's value visible not only financially but also socially.

What this example shows is that every euro you spend at Pineut yields more than just a nice gift. You're investing directly in an inclusive society and contributing to people's development. That's precisely what makes social return on investment so powerful.

Want to learn more about how we measure and achieve impact? Visit our SROI page .

SROI companies: working together on impact

There are several SROI companies in the Netherlands that help organizations meet their obligations. Pineut is proud to be among them. What makes us special is the combination of social impact and original, sustainable products.

While some SROI companies focus primarily on seconding employees, we offer a creative and tasteful solution: gifts and presents that directly contribute to social return and ensure happy recipients. This way, you combine convenience with meaning and turn your SROI commitment into an inspiring story.

When you choose Pineut, you can be sure your investment will be spent effectively. All our products are:

✔ Made with love in collaboration with social workplaces.

✔ Sustainably produced with care for people and the environment.

✔ Original, tasteful and always suitable as a business gift.

Want to discover what Pineut, as an SROI company, can do for your organization? Browse our business offerings and get inspired.

From obligation to opportunity

Many companies initially view social return as an obligation tied to tenders or government partnerships. At Pineut, we demonstrate that it can be much more than that. With the right approach, you can turn an obligation into an opportunity. An opportunity to inspire pride in employees, positively surprise customers, and help society move forward.

Our social return examples show that this can be achieved in all sorts of situations: from a small thank-you gift to a large Christmas gift. It's not about the size of the order, but about the impact made together.