Stiftung für Engagement in Hamburg-Bergedorf

Non-profit organization

About the funder

The STEB - Foundation for Engagement in Hamburg-Bergedorf is a legally recognized foundation under civil law based in Hamburg. It promotes and supports civic engagement in the Bergedorf district through its own projects (e.g., Bergedorfer LeseLernhilfe, Seniors Helping Seniors, Engaged City), by awarding funding through the grant pool, and through a local volunteer agency. Since its founding, the foundation has contributed to strengthening social cohesion, fostering intergenerational connections, and promoting volunteerism. It operates in an unbureaucratic, networking, and advisory manner to support nonprofit initiatives, associations, and individuals in their endeavors.

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Mission & Vision

The STEB Foundation aims to promote, network, and sustainably support voluntary engagement in Hamburg-Bergedorf. It seeks to encourage people of all ages to get involved, realize projects, and thereby strengthen social cohesion in their district. Through swift, unbureaucratic funding procedures, accompanying advice, and its own initiatives, the foundation contributes to shaping Bergedorf as a livable place for all generations and cultures.

Target groups

The funding and project offerings of STEB are aimed at non-profit associations, initiatives, and organizations in the Bergedorf district, as well as individuals who wish to engage in voluntary work. Special target groups include children with special needs (e.g., reading promotion in schools), senior citizens (e.g., repair service "Seniors Helping Seniors"), intergenerational formats, and citizens aged 50 and over who want to actively contribute to the community. Furthermore, the foundation supports projects that reach immigrants, people with low incomes, and socially disadvantaged individuals.