Hans-Joachim Mausolf Stiftung (via BürgerStiftung Hamburg) supports community-based projects that strengthen social cohesion, participation, and equal opportunity in Hamburg. Its funding is highly local and thematic, with a clear emphasis on migrant-led initiatives, disability inclusion, youth development, intergenerational connection, and civic-democratic engagement. The foundation often backs practical, volunteer-driven projects and small organizations that help people participate more fully in neighborhood life, with some funds designed around participatory decision-making by young people or targeted communities.
Primarily small, local project grants through named thematic or community funds; several programs are Hamburg-specific and some are participatory or invite-only rather than open to unsolicited proposals. Funding appears to support discrete initiatives, capacity building, and neighborhood-level activities rather than large unrestricted grants.
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Check each themed fund carefully, since eligibility and access differ by program; at least one fund (Heimathafen) explicitly states no unsolicited proposals. Prioritize Hamburg-based, volunteer-driven, community-oriented projects with clear participation outcomes, and for youth climate funding be prepared for a participatory selection process led by young people.
Current and upcoming funding from Hans-Joachim Mausolf Stiftung that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Supports organizations active in selected districts in Hamburg, especially those addressing democracy, target groups affected by anti-democratic propaganda, or strengthening media literacy and digital visibility.
Deadline: Phase 1: Sep 2025 to Dec 31, 2025; Phase 2: Jan 2026 to Mar 31, 2026; Phase 3: Apr 2026 to Jun 30, 2026
Who can apply: Projects in children and youth work that are open to all and enable co-creation by young people.
Deadline: Applications possible at any time; specific requirements and timelines vary by thematic fund.
Who can apply: Volunteer projects and associations of migrants for migrants that share knowledge and experience gained in their own integration process.
Deadline: Applications possible at any time; specific requirements and timelines vary by thematic fund.
Who can apply: Supports people with disabilities and their associations/organizations in exercising participation rights independently and effectively.
Deadline: Applications possible at any time; specific requirements and timelines vary by thematic fund.
Who can apply: Supports projects that build self-confidence and encourage responsibility for self and others.
Deadline: Applications possible at any time; specific requirements and timelines vary by thematic fund.
Who can apply: Recognized nonprofit associations and organizations, especially in volunteer engagement, that want to expand their offers for people seeking protection from Ukraine.
Deadline: Applications possible at any time; specific requirements and timelines vary by thematic fund.
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