Social Fund "Citizens Help Citizens" – Financial Individual Case Assistance

The Winnenden Citizens' Foundation provides uncomplicated grants through its social fund "Citizens Helping Citizens" to quickly relieve residents in acute financial distress. Eligible for funding are private individuals residing in Winnenden who can demonstrate that state support benefits are insufficient. In particular, single parents, large families, low-income individuals, people living alone, elderly and young people, as well as persons with disabilities or chronic illnesses, may apply for funding. There is no fixed application deadline: applications are accepted continuously to provide timely assistance in emergencies. Thus, the fund fills gaps in existing social security and makes a solidaristic contribution to cohesion within the city.

The focus is on a swift review of the submitted documentation, conducted together with the Citizens' Foundation team. Through a streamlined application process and close coordination with local social services, prompt disbursement is enabled. The goal is to overcome financial hurdles in the short term and stabilize those affected. Interested residents receive initial information on the procedure and required documents upon request – a personal appointment is not mandatory. This funding measure helps to improve individual life situations and sustainably strengthen the social safety net in Baden-Württemberg.