Promotion of Technical Innovations (Ewald Vollmer Foundation)

The Ewald Vollmer Foundation offers nationwide continuous grant funding for the realization of technical innovations. Both institutions and individuals working on the implementation of new inventions or the filing of patents are supported. Applicants from the fields of start-ups, private industry, public institutions, as well as non-profit organizations can apply at any time. The decision is made by the foundation's board based on the submitted documents, with a convincing concept and technical feasibility being the focus. The goal is to support pioneering developments in research & innovation and to strengthen technology transfer.

The funding is provided as a grant of up to €2,500 and can be flexibly used to cover prototype construction, patent costs, or other project-related expenses. A prerequisite is the proper submission of an application to the foundation board, which can be done at any time without a fixed deadline. With this measure, the Ewald Vollmer Foundation sets impulses for sustainable technological progress and promotes forward-looking ideas. Innovators thus receive not only financial support but also benefit from recognition by a renowned body that actively accompanies the success of their projects.