Royal award, ribbon
Do you know someone who is serving society in a special way and deserves a ribbon? You can nominate that person for a royal decoration.
Ribbon-cutting ceremony
Most ribbons are awarded during the Ribbon Rain, which takes place each year on the last working day before King's Day.
- Would you like to nominate someone for next year's ribbon-cutting ceremony? Submit your application to the municipality by July 1 of this year.
- Is it a special or interim award?
Make sure your application is received at least 6 months in advance. - Your request must be submitted to the municipality where the nominee lives.
- Unsure if someone is eligible? If so, contact them by emailing onderscheidingen@zoetermeer.nl or calling 14 079.
Apply
- Fill out a short application form at www.lintjes.nl.
- This form will be forwarded to the municipality.
- A staff member will assess whether the application is promising and contact you if necessary.
- You will then receive an email with a link to the full proposal form which you must complete.
Other awards
Municipal awards
A municipal award is a token of appreciation for a person or organization that has dedicated themselves in a special way to the city of Zoetermeer and/or its residents. The municipality of Zoetermeer has four different municipal awards.
For more information, see Municipal Awards.
Royal predicate
The Predicate Royal is a distinction that can be granted to associations, foundations, institutions or large corporations.
For more information, see Royal predicate.
Becoming a Court Supplier
The addition "By Royal Order Court Supplier" can be awarded to small and medium-sized businesses that are prominent in their region and have been in existence for 100, 125 (or multiples of 25) years.
For more information, see Becoming a Court Supplier.