Niedersächsische Lotto-Sport-Stiftung

The Niedersächsische Lotto-Sport-Stiftung was established in January 2009 by resolution of the state government through the merger of the Niedersächsische Sportstiftung and the Niedersächsische Lottostiftung as a legally capable foundation under civil law. Its non-profit status was also recognized in January 2009. The foundation supports sports projects statewide in the areas of grassroots, competitive, and youth sports, promotes the integration of immigrants and people with a migration background, and pursues charitable purposes. Since 2017, it has received an annual state subsidy of €1 million and in 2021 funded projects and measures totaling €3.9 million. Its own programs include, among others, "Spielfeld Gesellschaft" as a platform for exchange and integration, "Mobilee" as a nationwide coordination center for social work with sports and movement, special COVID-19 activities for the digitalization of clubs, as well as the awarding of individual scholarships. Additionally, it manages the Neue-Presse-Sportstiftung as a special fund.

The Niedersächsische Lotto-Sport-Stiftung is committed to sustainably promoting sports in Lower Saxony and integrating people with a migration background into society through movement-oriented programs. It aims to support sports clubs, initiatives, and individuals in strengthening social participation and fostering community cohesion. Through unbureaucratic funding formats and networking platforms, it creates the conditions in which sports can act as a driving force for education, health, and integration.

Sports clubs, state specialist associations, sports federations, and initiatives throughout Lower Saxony are supported, as well as individuals engaged in recreational, competitive, or youth sports. A focus is placed on projects with an integration character, particularly programs for immigrants and people with a migration background. Also targeted are volunteer actors who are committed to social participation and strengthening local cohesion.