Funding Program for Development Education (FEB) Open
The Funding Program for Development Education (FEB) by the BMZ supports non-profit projects in Germany that provide practical and clear information on development policy topics. It supports initiatives that pursue sustainable development goals and show citizens ways to get involved. The program aims to bring global contexts into society and raise awareness of development policy issues.
Who is funded?
The Funding Program for Development Education (FEB) targets non-profit organizations in Germany dedicated to development policy information and educational work. Projects aim to educate people in Germany about global contexts and motivate them to engage in sustainable development goals, especially children, young people, students, and multipliers.
What is funded?
The Funding Program for Development Education (FEB) supports a variety of educational and information projects in Germany that highlight development policy topics and the interdependencies between different countries. Projects should apply participatory and action-oriented methods to illustrate the contexts of global developments and promote civic engagement.
Type and Scope of Funding
The Funding Program for Development Education (FEB) provides grants for projects focused on development policy information and educational work. The funding amount varies depending on the application status, with initial applications limited to 10,000 Euros, while experienced applicants can apply for a project duration of up to 36 months. An own contribution of at least 25 percent of the total expenditures is required.
Conditions and Requirements
For applying to the Funding Program for Development Education (FEB), specific requirements apply regarding the non-profit status of the organization and the thematic orientation of the projects. An own contribution of 25 percent of the total grant-eligible expenditures is mandatory. The transfer of project implementation to commercial companies is excluded, and the onward transfer of funds to cooperation partners requires the approval of Engagement Global.
Application Procedure
The application process for the Funding Program for Development Education (FEB) is two-stage and IT-supported. First, a sponsoring organization check is carried out to determine eligibility, followed by the actual project application. There are two fixed submission deadlines annually in June and November, with initial applications and projects with a funding amount of up to 15,000 Euros potentially being processed preferentially. Early consultation before applying is recommended.
Legal Basis
The Funding Program for Development Education (FEB) is based on specific guidelines and concepts that define its objectives and implementation. It is commissioned by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and emphasizes the communication of global contexts and Sustainable Development Goals.
Funding Overview
Maximum Amount:
10,000 €
Deadline:
30.06.2025, 30.11.2025
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
Germany
Sectors:
Education and Vocational Training, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Social Enterprises, Cultural Institutions, Service Sector
Funding Stages:
Awareness Campaigns, Capacity Building, Service Delivery, Implementation
Funding Provider
Program Level: National
Funding Body: Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)
Managed By: ENGAGEMENT GLOBAL gGmbH
Website: Engagement Global gGmbH