Dietmar Hopp Stiftung
About the funder
The Dietmar Hopp Foundation GmbH is one of the largest private foundations in Europe, founded in 1995 by Dietmar Hopp. The foundation is dedicated to supporting people in the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region by funding projects in the fields of medicine, education, social affairs, youth sports, and climate protection. In its first 25 years, the foundation has committed funding exceeding one billion euros. A key focus is on promoting medical research, particularly in cancer research and pediatrics. The foundation also supports the construction of facilities such as the Heart Center and the Hopp Children’s Tumor Center in Heidelberg. In the social sector, the foundation funds projects that strengthen intergenerational cooperation and support institutions for children, seniors, and people with disabilities. Youth sports promotion is another central area, as sports positively contribute to the development of children and adolescents. The foundation also established the Climate Foundation for Citizens, which aims to raise awareness and understanding of climate change.
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Mission & Vision
The Dietmar Hopp Foundation aims to make a positive contribution to society through its funding projects. The foundation is convinced that ownership entails responsibility, and wealth even more so. Therefore, it is a matter close to Dietmar Hopp’s heart to help people and share his prosperity with them. The foundation supports projects that have a sustainable and positive impact on society, particularly in the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region, which Dietmar Hopp considers his home.
Target groups
The funding programs of the Dietmar Hopp Foundation are aimed at non-profit organizations that implement projects in the fields of medicine, education, social affairs, youth sports, and climate protection. The foundation particularly supports projects located in the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region that have a model character. The target group includes daycare centers, schools, universities, sports clubs, and social institutions committed to the welfare of children, adolescents, seniors, and people with disabilities.