Stiftung Barbara-Künkelin-Preis

The Barbara Künkelin Prize Foundation is a non-profit public foundation based in Schorndorf. It was established in 1983 in memory of the historic deed of Anna Barbara Künkelin and has been awarding the Barbara Künkelin Prize every two years since 1984. The prize honors women or women's groups who, on their own initiative, realize courageous, rebellious, and forward-looking projects, thereby creating a sustainable societal added value. The prize enjoys high esteem far beyond Baden-Württemberg.

Our mission is to honor the courage and initiative of women who act "against the spirit of the times," in the spirit of Barbara Künkelin. We support exemplary initiatives that, through perseverance and empathy, close societal gaps, open up new perspectives, and have a lasting impact. In doing so, we aim to provide a platform that encourages courage and inspires others.

Individuals or groups of women who have initiated outstanding projects through their own initiative, addressing social injustices, challenging conventional expectations, and demonstrating long-term impact and future orientation, are supported. The target group includes both professional and voluntary actors whose commitment extends beyond the local level.