Herford Children's Fund of the Solidarity Foundation for Unemployment and Poverty
A district-wide fund currently being established to provide unbureaucratic support for primary school children from socially disadvantaged families in the Herford district through targeted grants and vouchers for school supplies and sportswear, in coordination with school social workers.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
Support for children from financially disadvantaged families in the Herford district, especially primary school children, through subsidies and vouchers for necessary school and recreational materials.
Eligible expenses
- School supplies
- Sportswear
- Materials for leisure activities
Eligible to apply
- Individuals
Funding requirements
- Residence in the district of Herford
- Attendance at a primary school in the district of Herford
- Proof of social need
Documents required for application
- Application for school social workers
Evaluation criteria
- Social need
- Recommendation by school social workers
Description
The Herford Children's Fund of the Solidarity Foundation for Unemployment and Poverty specifically supports primary school children from socially disadvantaged families in the Herford district. Under the patronage of Norbert Burmann, former Social Affairs Officer of the district, uncomplicated grants and vouchers are awarded for essential school supplies, sportswear, and other materials for leisure activities. The initiative aims to strengthen equal opportunities and sustainably improve access to education as well as participation in social life. Through close cooperation with school social workers, a tailored needs assessment is ensured so that the funds reach exactly where they are most urgently needed.
Interested primary school children residing in the Herford district can submit applications continuously. The prerequisite is proof of social need as well as a recommendation from the respective school social worker. Expenses for school supplies, sportswear, and materials for leisure activities are funded. Approval is based on the social situation and the professional assessment by school social workers. Applications are submitted exclusively through school social work, ensuring a straightforward process. The Herford Children's Fund thus provides sustainable support to facilitate children's start into school life and improve their development opportunities.
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