Project Funding by the BVB Foundation "Light Up" (Financial Grants)
The BVB Foundation "leuchte auf" supports social institutions and non-profit organizations primarily through financial grants for time-limited project initiatives, especially in the Ruhr area and adjacent regions. Applications must be submitted in writing or by email using the prescribed application documents.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
The BVB Foundation "leuchte auf" supports social institutions and non-profit organizations in their activities by providing financial resources for time-limited projects, thereby contributing to the achievement of its foundation's statutory objectives.
Eligible to apply
- Non-profit Organizations
- Public Institutions
Funding requirements
- Recognition as a non-profit organization
- Majority of funds must be raised from own resources
Documents required for application
- Project application form (download)
Evaluation criteria
- Significance of the project for the objectives of the foundation's statutes
Description
The project funding of the BVB Foundation "leuchte auf" is aimed at organizations recognized as non-profit and public institutions in North Rhine-Westphalia, with a focus on the Ruhr area and adjacent regions. Financial grants support time-limited projects in areas such as social affairs, education, migration, environmental and nature conservation, commitment to social cohesion and democracy, health, sports, work & social affairs, vocational training and further education, as well as energy efficiency & climate protection. The goal is to strengthen non-profit activities and contribute sustainably to achieving the foundation's statutory objectives. Special attention is given to projects that offer a high social value and promote civic engagement.
Applications can be submitted continuously in writing or by email and require the completed project application form of the foundation. A prerequisite for funding is recognition as a non-profit organization as well as the willingness to finance a significant portion of the funds from own resources. The selection decision is primarily based on the relevance of the project to the foundation's objectives. Applicants will find all necessary documents in a compact download file on the BVB Foundation’s website. Through this transparent procedure, committed initiatives are supported in shaping social and societal developments sustainably.
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