DFB-Stiftung Egidius Braun

Public foundation

About the funder

The DFB Foundation Egidius Braun is a significant public foundation dedicated to supporting social and socio-political projects. Founded in 2001, the foundation bears the name of the former DFB President Egidius Braun, who held office from 1992 to 2001. The foundation is committed to the integration of people with refugee backgrounds, supporting children in need, and social projects abroad, particularly the Mexico aid. It also promotes football clubs and volunteers. To date, the foundation has raised and spent over 24.5 million euros on social projects.

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Mission & Vision

The DFB Foundation Egidius Braun aims to use football as a means of social integration and societal responsibility. It is committed to ensuring that football is more than just a sport, but a platform for social change and cultural understanding. The foundation is involved in various projects that promote the values of diversity, integration, and solidarity.

Target groups

The target group of the DFB Foundation Egidius Braun includes people with refugee experience, children in need, social projects abroad, as well as football clubs and volunteers. The foundation is aimed at individuals and organizations committed to social integration and social responsibility, and who wish to use football as a medium for positive change.