Funding of the Veit Pogner Foundation

The Veit Pogner Foundation supports cultural life in Nuremberg through grants for projects in the fields of art, culture, and media that are typically not funded by public bodies or third parties. Eligible for funding are both private individuals and non-profit organizations based or active in Nuremberg. Applications can be submitted year-round, as ongoing funding opportunities exist. The aim is to financially strengthen innovative and unconventional initiatives and thereby set new impulses for the local cultural scene. The focus is particularly on projects that have so far had no access to public funds and make a sustainable contribution to the city’s cultural community.

This funding is of interest to cultural creators, associations, and initiatives wishing to realize creative concepts—whether in the fields of visual arts, performing arts, literature, or digital media. A prerequisite for a grant is the presentation of a project that is not usually publicly funded, as well as a clear connection to the city of Nuremberg. In the selection process, the contribution to the local cultural scene and the degree of innovation play a decisive role. Submission requires a meaningful project description outlining goals and expected impact. Decision criteria include originality and scope of the planned measure as well as the sustainability of the project. Submissions are made informally via the Middle Franconian Foundation Administration. Potential applicants benefit from the foundation’s transparent, unbureaucratic structure, receiving prompt feedback and a reliable funding commitment to help make cultural projects a reality in the heart of Bavaria.