--- title: "QbD Group Foundation | Making a Difference" description: "The QbD Group Foundation supports science, helps individuals facing health threats, protects the environment, and monitors social commitment across the organization." url: https://qbdgroup.com/en/about-qbd/qbd-group-foundation type: "Page" language: en publisher: "QbD Group" citation: "QbD Group, \"QbD Group Foundation | Making a Difference\", https://qbdgroup.com/en/about-qbd/qbd-group-foundation" --- Foundation # QbD Group Foundation ## Improving the quality of life is in our DNA **At QbD Group, we invest in people every day.** We give them the chance to grow and develop. We help them build solid teams and relations. And, of course, we ensure that they can count on stable processes and medical products that are safe for them. About the Foundation ## Making a real difference Mission Improving the quality of life is in our DNA. The **QbD Group gladly supports many good causes**: projects that really make a difference, driven by enthusiasm and goodwill. Vision We wanted to take it a step further. To truly embed our social commitment in a structured way, the QbD Group launched the **'QbD Group Foundation'** on December 23, 2022. Supporting science With a focus on the activities of the QbD Group. Helping individuals & families Paying for education, treatments, and therapy for those facing health threats. Protecting the environment Supporting innovative research, reducing our carbon footprint, and engaging in activities like plogging. Social commitment Monitoring the QbD Group's social commitment with emphasis on CSR and sustainability. "With the QbD Group Foundation, we truly want to have a local impact wherever the QbD Group operates and has affiliates. The closer we are to our charity projects, the more tangible and visible they become, for us and for others. There is much suffering in the world, and we won't be able to solve it all, but if we start with things we can directly affect and see around us, then we are already a step ahead." Elly De Bruyn, CHRO Impact ## Foundation activities Here is a brief overview of our foundation activities, showcasing the impact we've made together. Click any card to read more. ### Plogging Combining jogging or walking with picking up trash — sporty, sustainable, and rewarding. At QbD Group, plogging is a regular activity. Click to read more → ### Plogging Combining jogging or walking with picking up trash — sporty, sustainable, and rewarding. At QbD Group, plogging is a regular activity. Tap to flip back → ### 30 Days Less Cars Every June, participants leave their cars at home and embrace alternative transportation — walking, biking, carpooling, or public transport. Click to read more → ### 30 Days Less Cars Every June, participants leave their cars at home and embrace alternative transportation — walking, biking, carpooling, or public transport. Tap to flip back → ### De Collectie Collecting clothes, shoes, accessories, and household textiles twice a year for 'De Collectie' to give them a new lease on life. Click to read more → ### De Collectie Collecting clothes, shoes, accessories, and household textiles twice a year for 'De Collectie' to give them a new lease on life. Tap to flip back → ### ZoniënTrail The QbD Group proudly participates in ZoniënTrail, with proceeds dedicated to groundbreaking Glioblastoma research at KU Leuven. Click to read more → ### ZoniënTrail The QbD Group proudly participates in ZoniënTrail, with proceeds dedicated to groundbreaking Glioblastoma research at KU Leuven. Tap to flip back → ### EOY Card Sale End-of-year postcards designed by KATR!NAHOF, with proceeds going to charities such as the Me to You Foundation. Click to read more → ### EOY Card Sale End-of-year postcards designed by KATR!NAHOF, with proceeds going to charities such as the Me to You Foundation. Tap to flip back → ### QbD Research Chair A Research Chair established in 2021 by CEO Bart Van Acker and Professor Frederik De Smet to support Glioblastoma research. Click to read more → ### QbD Research Chair A Research Chair established in 2021 by CEO Bart Van Acker and Professor Frederik De Smet to support Glioblastoma research. Tap to flip back → ### KATR!NAHOF Partnership with a fantastic non-profit organization making a real difference in the lives of children and adults with disabilities. Click to read more → ### KATR!NAHOF Partnership with a fantastic non-profit organization making a real difference in the lives of children and adults with disabilities. Tap to flip back → ### Haz feliz a un niño Our Colombia team's campaign — 'Make a child happy' — supporting kids who need it most with gifts, snacks, and fun activities. Click to read more → ### Haz feliz a un niño Our Colombia team's campaign — 'Make a child happy' — supporting kids who need it most with gifts, snacks, and fun activities. Tap to flip back → ### City Pirates Supporting City Pirates, an inspiring social project using football as a tool to promote social mobility for 1,600+ young people in Antwerp. Click to read more → ### City Pirates Supporting City Pirates, an inspiring social project using football as a tool to promote social mobility for 1,600+ young people in Antwerp. Tap to flip back → ### Dakant Food collection and distribution for Dakant — organizing donations every Sunday from November to March to support those in need. Click to read more → ### Dakant Food collection and distribution for Dakant — organizing donations every Sunday from November to March to support those in need. Tap to flip back → ### From Banners to Etuis Old promo banners transformed into unique, handmade etuis in collaboration with Den Haag Werkt, supporting people with a distance to the labor market. Click to read more → ### From Banners to Etuis Old promo banners transformed into unique, handmade etuis in collaboration with Den Haag Werkt, supporting people with a distance to the labor market. Tap to flip back → ### Carmenza Fundación Canina Our Colombia team partners with a local animal shelter caring for more than 130 dogs, donating food, blankets, medicine, and grooming supplies. Click to read more → ### Carmenza Fundación Canina Our Colombia team partners with a local animal shelter caring for more than 130 dogs, donating food, blankets, medicine, and grooming supplies. Tap to flip back → ### Blood Donation Annual blood donation campaign in collaboration with the Red Cross — because just one donation can save up to three lives. Click to read more → ### Blood Donation Annual blood donation campaign in collaboration with the Red Cross — because just one donation can save up to three lives. Tap to flip back → ### Noble Gift One of the largest social programs in Poland, connecting people who want to help with those who are in need. Our Polish team participates every year. Click to read more → ### Noble Gift One of the largest social programs in Poland, connecting people who want to help with those who are in need. Our Polish team participates every year. Tap to flip back → ### Polish Animal Shelter The Polish team collected almost 300 packages of animal food and additional supplies for the local animal shelter. Click to read more → ### Polish Animal Shelter The Polish team collected almost 300 packages of animal food and additional supplies for the local animal shelter. Tap to flip back → For more information or to get involved, please contact us at [foundation@qbdgroup.com](mailto:foundation@qbdgroup.com) Our people ## The foundation network The QbD Group Foundation seeks to involve colleagues in identifying charities and fundraising ideas that align with its core values. Making social commitment an integral part of our corporate social responsibility. ### Famke Monstrey Life Science Consultant Together with Lauranne, I serve as the QbD Group Foundation Lead. I've always enjoyed helping people, whether it's through volunteer work or simply lending a hand to those in need. ### Lauranne Matthys Life Science Consultant Responsible for co-steering the QbD Group Foundation and turning our mission into action. I love spending time in nature and believe it's essential to take care of our environment. ### An Schepers Senior Quality Management Expert I would like to create a ripple effect by contributing to initiatives that can make the world a little better. Let's go for the BIG ripple! ### Hannah Dreesen HR Manager With the QbD Group Foundation we are taking it to the next level! I am proud to put my shoulders to the wheel and set up a structure for the coming years. ### Julie Hendrickx Senior Project Manager I strongly believe that a random act of kindness goes a long way! Very eager to team up with colleagues to get things done: STRONG TOGETHER! ### Carmen Veys Talent Acquisition Specialist I strongly believe we can all make a difference. Even with the smallest step or gesture — a simple smile can already enlighten someone's day. ### Isabelle De Bock Clinical Strategy BD Sr Manager I truly enjoyed participating in all foundation initiatives — plogging, donating blood, the ZoniënTrail. Looking forward to making even more of an impact! ### Carolina Janeiro Specialist IVD - Authorized Representative Services I've never been able to look away from injustice. When I first heard about the QbD Group Foundation, I immediately knew I wanted to be part of it. ### Elias Dillen Associate Consultant I joined to be inspired in many different ways, to contribute in both small and larger ways, and hopefully to encourage others to do the same. ### Elias Muys Associate Consultant I'm thrilled to be part of the QbD Group Foundation. Outside of work, you'll find me in nature, staying active, or catching up with friends. I care deeply about people and social fairness. I've supported charities where I could, but I'm eager to take a more hands-on role in creating real change. I believe everyone deserves a fair shot at a good life — and I'm excited to help make that happen. Together ## Our partners Through the QbD Group Foundation, we proudly support a variety of charitable organizations dedicated to creating a better future. Get involved ## Support the QbD Group Foundation Want to contribute to our mission or propose a partnership? We'd love to hear from you. --- Source: https://qbdgroup.com/en/about-qbd/qbd-group-foundation — © QbD Group. Quote freely with attribution and a link back.