Non-profit organization · Bardejov · since 2005

Social care, culture
and education that change a town.

For two decades, Erudire, n. o. has combined social care, culture, education, and regional development in the Šariš region — from supporting families to cultural events and projects co-funded by the EU.

Erudire, n. o. — logo, a tree growing from an open book
About us

A name that is also a mission.

The organization's name comes from the Latin verb erudire — "to lead out of roughness," to cultivate, to educate. Erudire, n. o. was established on 1 March 2005 in Bardejov as a non-profit organization providing generally beneficial services, working across four areas: social care, culture, education, and regional development. The organization is led by director Jozef Harničár.

I.

Accessibility

Courses, workshops, and events designed to be open to everyone — from schoolchildren to seniors.

II.

Local roots

Our programs draw on the history and craft traditions of Bardejov, a UNESCO World Heritage town.

III.

Continuity

Since 2005 we have built partnerships with schools, libraries, and community centers across the Šariš region.

Activities

Four areas, one goal.

Under the founding deed and statute, the organization's work spans four generally beneficial areas — from direct support for families to projects funded by the EU.

01 — Social care

Social assistance and humanitarian care

Providing social assistance and humanitarian care, including support for single parents under § 27 of Act No. 195/1998 Coll.

02 — Culture

Spiritual and cultural values

Creating, developing, protecting, restoring, and presenting spiritual and cultural values — organizing social and cultural events, seminars and conferences, and providing space for young painters and other talents.

03 — Science & IT

Research and information services

Research, development, scientific-technical, and information services — computer and PC skills courses, market and public opinion research, and data processing.

04 — Regional development

Supporting development and employment

Developing and running advisory and educational projects co-funded by EU funds and the state budget, aimed at reducing unemployment, poverty, and social exclusion among at-risk groups.

Context

The town that shapes us.

Bardejov is a historic town in the Šariš region; its medieval centre is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Based on Nábrežná Street, Erudire, n. o. operates right at the heart of this region and shapes its work around local needs — from social support for families to promoting employment in the Bardejov district.

Milestones

Two decades, in brief.

Key moments since the organization's founding.

22 Feb 2005

Founding deed signed

The founder issues the founding deed and statute of Erudire, n. o., based on Komenského Street in Bardejov.

1 Mar 2005

Organization established

Erudire, n. o. is entered into the register under file no. 107/2005 at the Prešov District Office.

2009

Change of registered seat

Amendment No. 1 to the statute moves the organization's seat to Nábrežná Street in Bardejov.

2026

Two decades of activity

Under director Jozef Harničár, Erudire, n. o. continues to pursue its mission across the Šariš region.

2005
year founded
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areas of activity
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UNESCO town
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governing bodies
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Organization details

  • NameErudire, n. o.
  • Registered seatNábrežná 859/10, 085 01 Bardejov, Slovakia
  • Legal formNon-profit organization (n. o.)
  • Date established1 Mar 2005
  • Company ID (IČO)37 886 746
  • Tax ID (DIČ)2021965792
  • NACE code85.60.0 – Educational support services
  • Registry authorityPrešov District Office, No. 107/2005
  • Statutory bodyJozef Harničár, Director

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