Bürgerstiftung Sundern
About the funder
The Bürgerstiftung Sundern is a non-profit organization based in Sundern. Its goal is to engage citizens and businesses in Sundern in shaping their community. To this end, it initiates, supports, and promotes projects and volunteer work in the fields of education and upbringing, youth, sports and social affairs, arts and culture, environmental and nature conservation, local heritage and customs, as well as integration and international understanding. The foundation annually provides funds from its relief fund to support local clubs and initiatives—particularly those with model and exemplary character—in implementing creative concepts and community projects.
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Mission & Vision
The Bürgerstiftung Sundern sees itself as a driving force for community engagement on site. It supports sustainable, locally rooted projects that strengthen the sense of belonging and make a positive contribution to the quality of life in Sundern. Its focus is on supporting model projects, promoting children and youth initiatives, and networking citizens, associations, and businesses.
Target groups
Funding is primarily provided to non-profit associations, initiatives, and organizations based in Sundern whose projects align with the foundation's statutory purposes. Special consideration is given to projects that have a holistic significance for the city, are locally rooted, and serve as role models for the region. A focus is placed on measures for children and youth in the areas of education, sports, and social cohesion. Individuals, ongoing personnel and operating costs, as well as projects with partisan political or religious orientations, are not eligible for funding.