Social Cohesion (FRL GeZus) Open
The "Social Cohesion" funding program of the Free State of Saxony supports various initiatives to strengthen the community. It provides grants for civic engagement, socio-political projects, innovative model projects, culture of remembrance, and the work of independent welfare organizations. The program aims to sustainably improve cohesion and quality of life in Saxony.
Who is Funded
The program for promoting Social Cohesion in Saxony targets a wide range of non-profit organizations, public institutions, and legal entities. The geographical coverage is exclusively focused on the Free State of Saxony to strengthen cohesion and civic engagement within the region.
What is Funded
The program supports various projects and measures aimed at strengthening social cohesion. This includes civic engagement, socio-political initiatives, model projects, the culture of remembrance, and the work of independent welfare care. Eligible costs vary depending on the program component and type of project.
Type and Scope of Funding
Funding is provided in the form of grants, with the amount and duration of funding varying depending on the program component. The grants are generally designed as co-financing or fixed-amount financing, and in one case, as deficit financing.
Conditions and Requirements
To receive funding, applicants must meet specific requirements, which vary depending on the program component. Important aspects include compliance with budgetary regulations, adherence to de minimis rules, and the correct submission of proof of use.
Application Procedure
The application procedure varies depending on the program component, with Sächsische Aufbaubank – Förderbank – (SAB) being the central approving authority, sometimes with specific deadlines. The selection of projects is discretionary within the framework of available budget funds.
Legal Basis
The funding program is based on a specific guideline from the Saxon State Ministry for Social Affairs and Social Cohesion and is also embedded in the general budgetary provisions of the Free State of Saxony. It is also subject to the relevant EU state aid regulations.
Funding Overview
Maximum Amount:
Up to 5,000 Euros for certain investment measures; otherwise up to 100% of eligible expenses, depending on the program component.
Deadline:
30.09.2025, 31.10.2025
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Demand Driven Scheme
Region:
Saxony (Germany)
Sectors:
Social Enterprises, Environmental and Climate Protection, Creative Industries, Cultural Institutions, Research and Development, Education and Vocational Training, Other
Beneficiaries:
Community, Volunteerism, Social Affairs, Culture, Environment, Sports, Welfare Care
Funding Stages:
Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Planning, Implementation, Infrastructure, Service Delivery, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Process Optimization
Funding Provider
Program Level: Regional
Funding Body: Saxon State Ministry for Social Affairs and Social Cohesion
Managed By: Sächsische Aufbaubank – Förderbank – (SAB), Bürgerstiftung Dresden
Additional Partners: League of Independent Welfare Care in the Free State of Saxony