Homeland. Future. North Rhine-Westphalia.
A funding program to strengthen the homeland in North Rhine-Westphalia, supporting diverse projects that promote local and regional identity.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
The program supports projects that promote homeland and regional identity in North Rhine-Westphalia. It is aimed at initiatives, associations, municipalities, and individuals who want to make their local history, traditions, and community projects publicly accessible.
Eligible expenses
- Honoraria
- Personnel costs
- Material costs
Eligible to apply
- Non-profit Organizations
- Individuals
- Public Institutions
Funding requirements
- Promotion of local and regional identity
- Overall financing including the required own contribution must be secured
Documents required for application
- Application form
- Proof of use
Evaluation criteria
- Promotion of local and regional identity
- Proof of secured total financing including own contribution
Description
The funding program Homeland. Future. North Rhine-Westphalia. supports a variety of projects aimed at promoting regional identity and rural development in North Rhine-Westphalia. It is directed at non-profit organizations, private individuals, as well as public institutions committed to the vibrant homeland and cultural diversity of the federal state. With funding amounts ranging from €2,000 to €200,000 and funding rates between 50% and 90%, the program offers financial incentives for initiatives that focus on local history, traditions, and community projects. Eligible expenses include fees, personnel costs, and material costs, thereby supporting a wide range of concepts.
The program’s core objective is to strengthen the homeland by publicly showcasing regional characteristics. Projects rooted in local history and traditions can secure targeted funding here. A prerequisite for approval is secured overall financing, including the required own contribution. Among others, initiatives from the fields of regional development, agriculture, and rural development are considered. Applications are submitted digitally, with an application form and proof of use required. The evaluation of projects is based on the sustainable promotion of local and regional identity, thus enabling innovative approaches for a future-oriented shaping of the homeland.
The program places a clear emphasis on regional affiliation and is aimed at all actors wishing to highlight the unique identity of North Rhine-Westphalia. Continuous funding offers a versatile perspective to support projects that address both urban and rural areas. The digital application process enables simple and efficient processing, ensuring that funds can be used purposefully. The application deadline is December 31, 2027, providing ample time for careful planning and implementation of exciting initiatives. Overall, this funding program represents an ideal platform to sustainably strengthen the homeland of North Rhine-Westphalia and to set new impulses for cultural and social engagement.
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