Education, culture and social - review of 650 funded projects
The Darmstadt community foundation is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its realignment in 2010. Since then, over 650 projects have been funded with more than two million euros, which have enriched social and cultural life in Darmstadt. Mayor Hanno Benz, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, emphasizes: “The reorganization was a crucial step in the civic engagement in Darmstadt. Today we can look back on many successful projects that would not have been possible without this foundation. "
From the foundation to the modern support foundation
Originally founded in 1959 as a founder association and continued as a foundation from 1975, the focus was initially focused on the construction and operation of elderly, children's and youth homes . However, economic challenges almost led to the dissolution of the foundation in 2004. The commitment of Peter Benz, Werner Kahrhof, Carla Roperz and Roland Dotzert as well as the cooperation with the Darmstadt regional council was able reorganize . Since then, the community foundation has acted as a investment with a new statute and promotes a wide range of social projects.
Education and education as central focus
An outstanding example of the commitment of the community foundation is the children's lecture , which has been enthusiastic about science since 2010. 135 lectures with over 8,000 participants took place. children's workshop , which has conveyed craftsmanship since 2024, is similarly successful The book case , in use since 2011, motivates third graders to read. already borrowed 15,000 children 9,000 books went to school libraries.
Social projects for all generations
The community foundation not only supports young people, but also seniors. The library courier delivers media to people restricted mobility, and the "Safe in old age" provides information about trick frauds such as grandchildren trick or shock calls.
Long -term partnerships and sustainable projects
The community foundation works closely with local institutions. The Hofgut Oberfeld, the Circus Waldoni and the UNESCO World Heritage Mathildenhöhe are among the promoted projects. Crowdfunding projects , such as the restoration of sculptures on the Mathildenhöhe, are also particularly successful
Innovative funding models: Double donations
The “tidy” of projects motivates the foundation to be willing to donate. One example is the energy donation in 2023 , in which the foundation has been doubled by the foundation.
Commitment and recognition
The community foundation has received multiple awards for its exemplary commitment and bears the seal of approval of the Federal Association of German Foundations . The board and board of trustees are committed to volunteers and receive broad support from the city society. Dr. Markus Hoschek , CEO, emphasizes: “Without donors, donors and volunteers, our projects would not be feasible. Together we shape a future worth living for Darmstadt. "
On the occasion of the anniversary, the website of the community foundation redesigned. All current projects and funding opportunities can be found www.buergerstiftung-darmstadt.de
Transfer of a book case to a third class of the Darmstadt Mornnewegschule in 2019. Photo: Bürgerstiftung
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