Bürgerstiftung Bremen
About the funder
The Bürgerstiftung Bremen is a non-profit foundation under civil law based in Bremen. Founded on April 24, 2002, by the Senate of the Free Hanseatic City of Bremen, it promotes civic engagement in the areas of education, culture, social affairs, environment, health, intercultural coexistence, as well as civil courage and violence prevention. It is financed through foundation capital, additional endowments, and donations. Furthermore, it annually awards the Hilde Adolf Prize for outstanding voluntary commitment and maintains numerous trust foundations.
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Mission & Vision
Under the guiding principle "Moving Bremen Together," the Bürgerstiftung Bremen initiates and supports intergenerational and intercultural projects that strengthen citizen participation, promote social cohesion, and develop sustainable communities in Bremen. It believes in the power of voluntary commitment and provides frameworks, advice, and financial resources for initiatives and volunteer-driven endeavors.
Target groups
The funding programs and services of the Bürgerstiftung Bremen are aimed at volunteer-driven initiatives, associations, non-profit organizations, and individuals in Bremen who plan and implement projects in the areas of youth welfare, social and educational services, science and research, sports, nature and environmental protection, as well as neighborhood assistance. Special funding priorities focus on the coexistence of cultures and generations, civic responsibility and participation, as well as civil courage and violence prevention.