Bürgerstiftung zivita

Public foundation

About the funder

The Bürgerstiftung Zivita is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting volunteerism in the Görlitz district. Founded on July 6, 2004, it is the first community foundation in Upper Lusatia. The foundation's mission is to make voluntary commitment visible and to honor it. It supports projects and initiatives that foster social cohesion and address current societal challenges. The foundation is managed by a board of trustees and an executive board, who jointly decide on the use of the foundation's funds.

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Mission & Vision

The Bürgerstiftung Zivita aims to strengthen and promote volunteer work in the Görlitz district. Through the awarding of the Citizen's Prize and other initiatives, the foundation seeks to highlight and honor the commitment of individuals and groups. The foundation believes in the transformative power of volunteerism and wishes to encourage people to engage in the common good.

Target groups

The target group of the Bürgerstiftung Zivita includes individuals and groups in the Görlitz district who are engaged or wish to engage in voluntary work. The foundation is aimed at people of all ages and social backgrounds who are willing to take responsibility for their fellow citizens and promote social cohesion. Special consideration is given to projects that seek broad public impact and address current social challenges.