Stiftung Handschrift – Förderung des Schreibens e. V.

The Stiftung Handschrift – Förderung des Schreibens e. V., based in Wiesbaden, was founded in 2009 with the aim of sustainably promoting writing competence and enthusiasm for handwritten writing among pupils. As a non-profit association, it supports schools, teachers, and educational institutions throughout Germany through writing competitions, writing workshops, the annual Handwriting Day, the Writing Forum, as well as writing mentor and writing ambassador programs. Through projects, publications, and events, it raises awareness of the cognitive, motor, and cultural benefits of handwriting.

Our mission is to inspire children and adolescents to write by hand and to establish a fluent, legible handwriting as a foundation for successful learning processes and good academic performance. We raise awareness of the importance of handwriting skills, support schools and teachers in implementing their curricula, and promote sustainable writing competence that remains a valuable alternative to the keyboard.

The foundation's programs are primarily aimed at students of all school types, especially in primary and secondary education, who require support in developing fluent and legible handwriting. Additionally, teachers and educational professionals are addressed to promote professional exchange and establish practical solutions in the classroom. Educational institutions benefit from writing workshops, competitions, and training opportunities that specifically address the motor, cognitive, and pedagogical challenges related to handwriting.