anstiftung

anstiftung is a non-profit foundation under civil law based in Munich. It promotes, connects, and researches spaces and networks of do-it-yourself activities. These include urban community gardens (especially intercultural gardens), open workshops, repair initiatives, open-source projects, as well as initiatives to revitalize neighborhoods and interventions in public spaces. The foundation supports and accompanies civil society projects through financial funding, scientific support, networking opportunities, and educational work.

anstiftung aims to establish sustainable lifestyles in the broader society through research and support. It is convinced that do-it-yourself activities enable people to actively shape their own lives and engage with societal questions: How do we want to design our cities? How do we want to conduct our economy? The goal is to develop model projects, scientifically monitor their impact, and disseminate successful approaches.

The funding programs of anstiftung are aimed at non-profit organizations with a valid tax exemption certificate that implement projects in the areas of open workshops, urban community gardens, and repair initiatives. Applications can be submitted informally, with particular preference given to initiatives by groups with experiences of marginalization as well as concepts focusing on gender equality and inclusivity.