Henning von Burgsdorff Stiftung zur Förderung des Geschichtsunterrichts
About the funder
The Henning von Burgsdorff Foundation is a legally recognized, non-profit foundation under civil law based in Hanover and cooperates closely with the Lower Saxony History Teachers' Association (NGLV). It is dedicated to promoting modern history education and supports teachers through public recognition of their didactically innovative projects as well as financial grants for professional development and speaker fees. The foundation does not pursue any commercial objectives but uses public and private funds exclusively for its statutory purposes.
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Mission & Vision
The foundation aims to motivate history teachers in Lower Saxony by recognizing outstanding teaching concepts and to promote their professional development. The goal is to cultivate a critical, reflective historical awareness among young people that protects them against manipulation and enables them to become responsible citizens in a pluralistic society.
Target groups
The foundation's funding programs are aimed at history teachers in Lower Saxony. They can apply for an annual award endowed with €200 to €1,000 with innovative teaching projects, school competitions, or training initiatives. In addition, organizers of professional training sessions can apply for speaker fees, provided the training is offered to teachers at the local, regional, or supra-regional level.