Stiftung Fabrik für Kultur und Stadtteil, Düren

Public foundation

About the funder

The Stiftung Fabrik für Kultur und Stadtteil, Düren is a non-profit, independent foundation under civil law based in Düren. It operates the listed former industrial complex "Becker & Funck" as a mixed-use cultural, conference, and neighborhood center. Its foundation purposes include the promotion of monument protection and preservation as well as the promotion of art and culture. The foundation is overseen by a board of trustees chaired by the Mayor of the City of Düren. Thomas Busch serves as the managing director.

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Mission & Vision

The Stiftung Fabrik für Kultur und Stadtteil is committed to preserving listed architectural heritage and utilizing it sustainably, while simultaneously promoting art and cultural projects, thereby strengthening the cultural and social cohesion in the Düren district.

Target groups

The foundation's funding is aimed at non-profit initiatives and associations in the field of monument protection and preservation, as well as artists and cultural practitioners who wish to organize public and free events, exhibitions, or cultural formats on the factory premises. In addition, district representatives, socio-cultural institutions, and educational providers benefit from cooperation offers and facilities.