Funding by the KfW Foundation

The KfW Foundation supports civil society engagement through a grant program that promotes innovative projects in the fields of culture, media, music, as well as environmental and climate protection. The funding is aimed at both non-profit organizations and private individuals who wish to achieve tangible societal benefits with their initiatives. The program offers the possibility of continuous application submission and enables applicants to continuously further develop their projects. The focus is primarily on forward-looking approaches that not only address existing challenges but also set sustainable impulses for societal development.

The core of the funding is the creation of livelihoods and the preservation of a livable planet. Through targeted support, projects are enabled that develop innovative solutions for the preservation of biodiversity as well as the promotion of energy efficiency and climate protection. The KfW Foundation strengthens the competencies of the involved actors by providing necessary resources and fostering interdisciplinary exchange. In this way, exemplary models arise that have an impact beyond the funding period and can serve as inspiration for further initiatives. Thus, the foundation makes an active contribution to the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and contributes to the creation of long-term stable societal structures.

Applications are submitted with defined application documents, such as the standard power of attorney for application submission as well as the terms of use and general terms and conditions. With its broad funding portfolio, the KfW Foundation serves both regional and nationwide projects and enables flexible and needs-based allocation of funds. The continuous possibility to submit new project ideas also promotes dynamic exchange between cultural creators, environmental activists, and experts from various disciplines. Overall, the KfW Foundation’s grant program creates an important framework for sustainable societal transformations and offers committed actors the opportunity to implement their innovative projects in practice.