Grant

Funding of the DGS Foundation

The funding from the DGS Foundation supports non-profit and charitable projects in the fields of education, youth and social work, environmental and nature conservation, science and research, as well as sports and healthcare in North Rhine-Westphalia. Applications can be submitted at any time.

Education Social Environmental/Nature Protection Science Sports Health & Social

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Grant criteria

Application Deadline: Ongoing
Application level: Simple
Region: North Rhine-Westphalia
Only for non-profit organizations

Funding objective

The aim of the funding is to support projects that serve charitable and benevolent purposes by accumulating a substantial capital stock through endowments and company-owned funds. In particular, projects in the fields of education and upbringing, youth and social work, environmental and nature conservation, science and research, sports and healthcare, as well as measures for people in need and association-related charitable purposes, are promoted.

Eligible to apply

  • Non-profit Organizations
  • Interest Groups and Other Associations

Funding requirements

  • Projects must pursue a non-profit and charitable purpose
  • Funding is aimed at non-profit organizations, recognized associations, and institutions that support charitable purposes

Description

The DGS Foundation is committed in North Rhine-Westphalia with a wide range of funding activities that specifically support non-profit organizations and recognized associations. Since 2006, the foundation has been promoting projects pursuing charitable and benevolent purposes through a grant system. Various areas are the focus, including education and upbringing, youth and social work, as well as environmental and nature conservation. Projects situated in the fields of science and research, sports, or healthcare also find their funding partner here. The foundation aims to build a substantial capital base through endowments and corporate initiatives to sustainably support projects in social and ecological sectors.

The funding initiative targets organizations wishing to implement innovative and sustainable measures. Projects benefiting people in need can be considered, as well as undertakings that contribute to the promotion of the regional community. The funding program covers, in addition to classic areas such as education and environmental protection, fields like vocational training and continuing education, labor and social affairs, as well as energy efficiency and climate protection. Experts and project leaders find here an attractive opportunity to realize their initiatives with financial support and to effect positive societal change. The continuous and flexible funding offers an ideal platform to develop long-term and forward-looking projects.

The DGS Foundation places great importance on transparency and a well-founded selection of projects that receive its grants. Funding applications can be submitted at any time, making access to funds particularly straightforward and flexible. The initiative not only promotes the uniqueness and innovative strength of projects but also supports measures that provide sustainable societal added value. With broad engagement in numerous social and ecological areas, the DGS Foundation’s funding proves to be an important driver for social progress and regional development in North Rhine-Westphalia.

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