Bürgerstiftung zivita

Bürgerstiftung zivita is a legally recognized foundation under civil law based in Zittau. Founded on July 6, 2004, by over 50 committed citizens, its goal is to make voluntary engagement in the Görlitz district and Upper Lusatia visible and to honor it. Using the proceeds from its endowment capital, fines, and additional donations, it supports charitable projects in the fields of culture, youth, education, charitable causes, environment, and animal protection. The foundation awards the Citizen Prize, the Sponsorship Prize, as well as special initiatives—such as thank-you and support campaigns during the COVID-19 pandemic—and supports associations and individuals in an unbureaucratic and impact-oriented manner.

The Bürgerstiftung zivita promotes solidarity and the assumption of responsibility within civil society. It is committed to strengthening the culture of volunteering, encouraging personal initiative, and further developing exemplary engagement through awards, recognition, and financial support. In the long term, it aims to build a permanent foundation capital, the proceeds of which will enable innovative and sustainable projects in the interest of the common good.

Voluntary volunteers, associations, and initiatives in the Görlitz district and Upper Lusatia are supported, whose projects strengthen social cohesion, cultural diversity, or ecological responsibility. Program applications are aimed at individuals, groups, and organizations that pursue innovative approaches, address current social challenges, and are demonstrably engaged in charitable activities.