International funderBased in Germany

Wirtschaftsstiftung Südwest

Karlsruhe, GermanyWebsite

About Wirtschaftsstiftung Südwest

Wirtschaftsstiftung Südwest supports practical school-based projects in the Karlsruhe technology region that spark interest in economics, STEM/MINT, and career readiness. Its grants tend to back hands-on initiatives such as coding clubs, student firms, maker projects, and vocational orientation programs, often with a clear bridge to real-world work, entrepreneurship, or social participation. The foundation appears especially interested in innovative, locally rooted projects that help children and young people build skills, confidence, and future educational or occupational pathways.

Focus Areas

Vocational Orientation for StudentsMINT/STEM School ProjectsStudent Enterprises and Junior CompaniesCoding and Digital Skills for YouthHands-On Maker and Innovation EducationSocial Skills and Career Readiness

Giving Approach

Primarily small, project-based support with one-off awards such as the annual "5 x 500 Euro" school competition plus ongoing local educational grants. Funding is typically limited to schools and youth-focused organizations in the Karlsruhe technology region, with an emphasis on practical implementation and seasonal or program-specific deadlines rather than a broad open application cycle.

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Wirtschaftsstiftung Südwest

About Wirtschaftsstiftung Südwest

Focus Areas

Giving Approach

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Open Grant Opportunities

Schulwettbewerb 5 x 500 Euro für Maßnahmen zur Berufsorientierung

Wirtschaftsstiftung Südwest

About Wirtschaftsstiftung Südwest

Focus Areas

Giving Approach

How to approach this funder

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The Grant Brief

Notable grantees:

Open Grant Opportunities

Schulwettbewerb 5 x 500 Euro für Maßnahmen zur Berufsorientierung