Funding of the Foundation for Tolerance and International Understanding

The Foundation for Tolerance and International Understanding continuously supports non-profit initiatives in Berlin and the new federal states (Brandenburg, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, and Thuringia) that are dedicated to social cohesion and democracy education. The goal is to strengthen an international mindset, promote tolerance across all cultural fields, and foster the idea of international understanding in order to counteract right-wing extremism and youth violence. Eligible for funding are non-profit organizations, interest groups, other associations, public institutions, and educational establishments. The foundation primarily supports projects by and for children and young people from preschool age up to their early twenties, including cultural, sporting, and educational measures as well as training and further education initiatives and youth exchange programs, especially with Eastern Europe and Israel.

Applications can be submitted online at any time via the official application form. In addition to the digital application, a report on the use of funds must be submitted upon project completion. As a grant provider, the foundation offers flexible funding for single- and multi-year projects, provided they are implemented in Berlin or the new federal states. Applicants should demonstrate how their initiative contributes to the promotion of democracy, intercultural dialogue, and civil society engagement. Founded in 2001 by Dr. Friedrich Christian Flick in Potsdam, the Foundation for Tolerance and International Understanding is also known for the “Stand Up Award” for Tolerance and Civil Courage, endowed with 10,000 euros, which honors outstanding youth projects. Potential project sponsors can obtain all application documents and further information upon request directly via the foundation’s funding page.