Funding of the Foundation People in Need – Caritas Foundation in the Diocese of Trier

Funding by the Stiftung Menschen in Not – Caritas Foundation in the Diocese of Trier is aimed at ecclesiastical and charitable institutions in Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland. Carriers with non-profit status, such as Caritas associations, church parishes, and other Catholic institutions, may submit grant applications at any time. The focus is on charitable individual assistance for people in acute distress as well as social work projects in the areas of social affairs, health, children and youth, migration, and work & social issues. Both personnel and material costs, as well as expense allowances and training costs for volunteers, investment expenses for depreciable fixed assets, and project-related expenses are eligible for funding. Losses of fee-financed institutions, commercial enterprises, and asset management are not considered.

A written funding application through a responsible Caritas or church office in the Diocese of Trier is required for the application process. The application must include a concept of the measure, a detailed financing plan, and proof of overall financing. In the decision-making process, cost-effectiveness, prospects of success, promotion of self-help, and the applicant’s own contribution play a central role. Allocation of funds is without legal entitlement and is subject to the availability of foundation resources. A usage report must be submitted upon completion of the funding. The foundation places special emphasis on transparent and economical use of funds as well as the sustainable impact of the supported measures. Interested institutions can find all necessary funding guidelines and application documents clearly at the church advisory offices in the Diocese of Trier.