Shaping the Future – Franz and Ursula Coppenrath Foundation

The Franz and Ursula Coppenrath Foundation offers ongoing sponsorship opportunities in Lower Saxony for non-profit organizations, educational institutions, foundations, public bodies, interest groups, and associations. Projects in the fields of social affairs, children and youth, education, culture, commitment to social cohesion and democracy, as well as vocational training and further education, can be submitted at any time. Initiatives that focus on cultural education and value-oriented upbringing while supporting socially disadvantaged children and young people are funded. Key evaluation criteria include alignment with the foundation’s purpose, the innovativeness of the educational approaches, and the concrete benefit for the target group. The foundation aims to empower motivated participants to take their future into their own hands and actively engage in social participation.

Funding is particularly attractive for projects with an inclusive or integrative focus that open up individual development opportunities for young people. Whether theater and music productions, environmental education workshops, or intergenerational workshops—the range of previously supported initiatives demonstrates diverse approaches to cultural and social promotion. Submissions are straightforward and possible without a fixed deadline, allowing beneficiaries to present their eligible projects at any time. Through regular review and allocation of grants, the foundation makes a sustainable contribution to strengthening educational equity and social cohesion in the region.