Wolfgang und Regina Böllhoff-Stiftung

The Wolfgang and Regina Böllhoff Foundation is a legally recognized foundation under civil law based in Bielefeld. Founded in 2006 by Wolfgang and Regina Böllhoff (deceased 2021) together with co-founders, it aims to provide children, adolescents, and young adults with equitable educational opportunities through local educational support. Currently, the foundation implements its funding objectives through the programs "Ich will," "Hand in Hand," and the pilot project "WortStark."

The foundation has developed the mission statement to promote a trusting collaboration internally and to communicate its self-understanding externally. Its vision is to provide young people with equitable educational opportunities. The mission is to empower motivated youth through individual support, community activities, and the establishment of one-on-one relationships, enabling them to successfully transition into vocational training or employment. In doing so, the foundation works reliably with volunteer mentors and local partners, placing great value on commitment, respect, and appreciation.

The funding programs are aimed at motivated students from the 8th grade until they begin vocational training, as well as young adults up to approximately 22 years old. The "Ich will" program supports academically and personally motivated youth, "Hand in Hand" accompanies young immigrants in their integration process, and "WortStark" specifically promotes language skills. Volunteer mentors from the region provide individual guidance to participants over several years.