Fritz Walter-Stiftung
About the funder
The Fritz Walter Foundation was established on June 2, 1999, by the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, the German Football Association, 1. FC Kaiserslautern, and Fritz Walter himself as a legally recognized public foundation under civil law. It continues the legacy of the 1954 football world champion by particularly promoting youth football and enhancing the reputation of youth sports in society and sports associations.
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Mission & Vision
The Fritz Walter Foundation is committed to supporting talented young people, especially in football, promoting social youth projects, and advancing integration and international understanding through sports initiatives – particularly with Central and Eastern Europe. It works closely with clubs, associations, schools, and other educational institutions, aiming to strengthen young people's sense of responsibility, fair play, and social participation.
Target groups
The funding programs of the Fritz Walter Foundation are primarily aimed at football-enthusiastic children and youth, as well as schools, clubs, and non-profit organizations that implement projects in sports and social youth work. Furthermore, it supports initiatives against doping and youth unemployment, as well as international youth partnerships, particularly in Hungary.