About Us

Leona Koster and Marion Serné began their careers in international and corporate settings. These were environments where strategy, collaboration, and a results-oriented approach were central. At the same time, they developed a desire to apply that experience to organizations with a clear social mission.

The move to a large healthcare organization proved to be a turning point. There, they saw firsthand what well-funded projects can mean for residents, clients, staff, and the quality of care. They developed plans, oversaw initiatives, and observed just how much of a difference it can make when content, implementation, and funding truly reinforce one another.

Based on that experience and conviction, 2MakeItHappen was founded. Since 2012, we have been helping organizations secure grants and funding. Our first projects were in the healthcare sector, and many of the partners from that time are still our clients today. We are proud of that.

We have since grown into a team of dedicated and knowledgeable consultants. We combine strategic insight with the ability to get things done, and we have a thorough understanding of the landscape of grants and subsidies. What sets our team apart is our ability to think critically, our attention to detail, and our enjoyment of working together.

We serve as a sounding board for executives and management teams, and we also provide support to project leaders who need funding to bring their ideas to fruition. We take a critical look at the situation, ask the right questions, and develop plans that are convincing—in terms of content, finance, and strategy.

What drives us has always remained the same: making projects possible that add social value. Funds and grants are not an end in themselves, but a means to an end. We are committed to helping build initiatives that strengthen organizations and increase their impact.

Our team

Leona
Partner
Leona is one of the partners at 2MIH and a passionate, certified grant specialist. With expertise in MDT, ZonMW, and SLIM, among other areas, and a keen eye for budgeting, she guides clients through the entire grant application process.
Marion
Partner
Marion is one of the partners at 2MIH and a strategic brand and relationship builder. With expertise in MDT, ZonMW, and European grants, among other areas, she helps organizations secure the funding that truly makes a difference.
Rosanne
Secretary
Rosanne is our indispensable linchpin. With expertise in coordination, administrative, and secretarial tasks, among other things, she supports management as needed.
Sem
Financial Administrator
While we dream up projects and apply for grants, Sem keeps us grounded—and our books in order. As our financial administrator, he is the financial backbone of 2MIH. You can reach him at administratie@2makeithappen.nl.
Ties
Sustainability Project Manager
Ties knows how to get things done. With expertise in areas such as complex grant processes, he supports the Young Professionals and serves as a sounding board for the partners. No issue is too complex, no deadline too tight.
Sarah
Project Manager
Sarah serves as the link between ambition and execution. With expertise in areas such as complex grant processes, she guides the team and maintains close communication with our partners.
Martin
Junior Fundraiser
Martin takes a structured approach. With expertise in areas such as drafting applications and maintaining an overview, he is a reliable asset to the team.
Lidwina
Process Manager
Lidwina ensures that all attachments are correct, deadlines are met, and nothing falls through the cracks. With her expertise in Monday.com, among other things, she is the go-to specialist in this area at 2MIH.
Arnoud
Project Manager for Europe
Arnoud is the go-to expert when it comes to European grants. With expertise in programs such as Kansen voor West, Interreg, and Erasmus, he is the ideal person for organizations looking to capitalize on European opportunities.
Myrthe
Junior Fundraiser
Myrthe combines an analytical eye with a keen understanding of what organizations need. With expertise in areas such as grant proposal development, she ensures that every project is on solid ground before it’s submitted.
Aixa
Junior Fundraiser
Aixa is sharp-eyed and always on the lookout. With expertise in identifying opportunities and developing proposals, among other things, she is fully committed to every project she takes on.
Diede
Junior Fundraiser
Diede combines creativity with perseverance. With expertise in translating complex information into clear, compelling texts, she brings a fresh perspective to every project.

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