Grant

Funding of Crime Prevention Projects

The state of Lower Saxony funds crime prevention pilot and model projects with a grant of up to 70% of eligible expenses (maximum €20,000 per calendar year). Applications must be submitted by September 30 of the previous year before the start of the measures.

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Grant criteria

Application level: Advanced
Region: Lower Saxony
Funding amount: €20,000 per calendar year
Funding rate: 70%
Project duration: 24 months

Funding objective

Support for crime prevention projects and measures in Lower Saxony, particularly pilot projects and model initiatives for the further development of comprehensive municipal crime prevention strategies.

Eligible to apply

  • Public Institutions
  • Interest Groups and Other Associations

Funding requirements

  • Legal entities under private and public law
  • Participation in a comprehensive project consultation at the office of the State Prevention Council prior to the start of the measure

Description

The funding program of the Lower Saxony Ministry of Justice is aimed at legal entities under public and private law that wish to implement crime prevention pilot and model projects in the areas of social affairs, health, as well as labor & social affairs. The goal is the further development of municipal comprehensive strategies for crime prevention in Lower Saxony. Innovative approaches are particularly supported when they contribute to the early prevention of criminal behavior and the strengthening of existing prevention structures. Sponsors such as municipalities, public institutions, associations, or clubs can use this support to sustainably anchor their projects and disseminate best practices in exchange with local stakeholders.

The funding amount covers up to 70% of eligible expenses, but no more than €20,000 per calendar year for a project duration of up to 24 months. Participation in a thorough project consultation by the office of the State Prevention Council prior to the start of the measure is a prerequisite. Applications must be submitted to the Lower Saxony State Prevention Council by September 30 of the previous year. This structured procedure ensures that the planned activities are integrated into municipal comprehensive strategies and professionally supervised. Through the combination of model initiatives and tailored consultation, the State of Lower Saxony promotes the effectiveness and sustainability of crime prevention measures at the local level.

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