Dieter von Holtzbrinck Stiftung GmbH

The Dieter von Holtzbrinck Stiftung GmbH is a private, non-profit foundation based in Stuttgart that supports social and cultural institutions, promotes development aid and international understanding, and provides unbureaucratic emergency assistance in humanitarian disasters. A key focus is on educational support: the foundation initiates projects for economic education, has established endowed professorships and internships for teaching students, and since 2020 has expanded its commitment to include the area of digital transformation. Additionally, it funds art and cultural projects, supports refugee families, and provides emergency aid in crises such as the war in Ukraine.

Education. Opportunities. Future. The foundation views economic competence and digital sovereignty as key to the future viability of young people and our society. It is committed to imparting practical economic and digital skills to youth and educators, promoting equal opportunities, and contributing to a tolerant, interconnected world through engagement in culture, development aid, and emergency relief.

The funding programs are aimed at non-profit organizations, social and cultural institutions, schools and student teachers, as well as individuals and groups in distress. In particular, the foundation supports young people at secondary schools in acquiring economic and digital skills, assists students with internships in companies, strengthens cultural workers and refugees, as well as people affected by disasters and crises.