Literary Competitions and Youth Literature Awards of the Sparkassen Foundation Groß-Gerau

The Sparkassen Foundation Groß-Gerau honors literary talents in the Groß-Gerau district through ongoing literary competitions and youth literature awards. It supports authors who enrich the diversity of cultural expressions with creative texts and original ideas. The program is aimed at private individuals residing in or affiliated with schools or clubs in the Groß-Gerau district and places special emphasis on literary quality and ingenuity. A simple submission of a complete manuscript is sufficient to participate in the award procedures. With an endowment of around EUR 3.5 million and nearly EUR 2 million in already allocated funding, the foundation continuously ensures that outstanding emerging authors receive a platform to further develop their writing skills and present them to a broad public.

Participation offers an excellent opportunity to unfold literary potential and network with like-minded individuals. The awarding of prizes recognizes outstanding contributions and strengthens the commitment of young writers to the cultural and media landscape in Hesse. Through its regional anchoring, the Sparkassen Foundation promotes both creative exchange and the sustainable development of the local cultural scene. Interested authors can submit their manuscripts continuously and benefit from a transparent evaluation based on the criteria of literary quality and originality of the contribution. Literary support in the Groß-Gerau district thus makes an important contribution to discovering young voices and enabling long-term success in the art of writing.