Funding for the Voluntary Social Year (FSJ)

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Who is Funded

This funding is aimed at recognized providers of the Voluntary Social Year (FSJ) in Hesse, as well as the State Working Group (LAG) for Voluntary Services Hesse. The program aims to secure the number of FSJ participants and deployment sites in the state and to support the needs-based expansion, particularly by attracting new target groups for the FSJ.

What is Funded

The funding supports measures within the framework of the Voluntary Social Year (FSJ) in Hesse. This includes both the pedagogical supervision of volunteers and the associated running costs, as well as cross-provider measures of statewide importance for securing and further developing the FSJ in the state. The funding aims to strengthen the classic FSJ while simultaneously promoting its inclusion.

Type and Scope of Funding

The State of Hesse supports the Voluntary Social Year (FSJ) with financial grants. This funding is designed as a fixed monthly amount to cover pedagogical supervision and running costs, and can extend for a period of up to 18 months. There is no legal entitlement to the funding.

Conditions and Requirements

The funding for the Voluntary Social Year in Hesse is linked to specific conditions that concern both the application process and project implementation. These include compliance with legal requirements, ensuring the deployment site is in Hesse, and the commitment to a non-discriminatory fundamental attitude. There are also requirements for reporting and budget management.

Application Procedure

The application for funding the Voluntary Social Year in Hesse must be submitted to the Darmstadt Regional Council before the start of the project, but no later than September 15th for the current FSJ year. For certain cross-provider measures, the Hessian Ministry for Labour, Integration, Youth and Social Affairs is responsible. Monthly re-registrations of participants are possible.

Legal Basis

The funding for the Voluntary Social Year (FSJ) in Hesse is based on specific guidelines and laws that ensure its legitimacy and operationalization. The decisive basis is the Funding Guideline for the Voluntary Social Year, which in turn refers to the Youth Voluntary Service Act and the Investment and Measures Funding Guideline.