Grants for the Implementation of the State Program "Integration Opportunities for Children and Families"
The state program "Integration Opportunities for Children and Families" supports municipalities in North Rhine-Westphalia in creating early childhood education programs for children and families with a migration background. It aims to improve educational opportunities and promote integration through language development and strengthening family relationships. Funding is provided as a grant for personnel and material expenses.
Who is Funded: Target Groups and Program Goals in North Rhine-Westphalia
The state program "Integration Opportunities for Children and Families" targets districts and independent cities in North Rhine-Westphalia that operate Municipal Integration Centers. The goal is to strengthen early childhood education programs and improve educational opportunities for children and families with a migration background through targeted language development and parent work.
What is Funded: Contents and Costs of Integration Programs
Funding is provided for personnel and material expenses for carrying out group activities within the program components "griffbereitMINI", "Griffbereit", and "Rucksack KiTa". The focus is on strengthening early childhood education and integration through targeted language development and qualification of parent facilitators.
Type and Scope of Funding: Financial Support for Integration Projects
The program offers financial support in the form of grants for full funding of eligible personnel and material expenses. The funding is limited to a maximum amount per year, with specific caps for the basic qualification of parent facilitators.
Conditions and Requirements: Prerequisites for Applicants and Projects
Applying municipalities must conclude cooperation agreements with the providers and implement the programs according to specific concepts and quality standards. Detailed requirements regarding group size, meetings, and supervision apply to each program component ("griffbereitMINI", "Griffbereit", "Rucksack KiTa").
Application Procedure: Step-by-Step to Funding
The application procedure for the "Integration Opportunities for Children and Families" program takes place electronically with the Arnsberg District Government. Applications must be submitted annually by January 31, requiring both a scan via email and the original by post. Approval is granted at the discretion of the authority.
Legal Basis: Authority and Framework of the Funding Program
The state program "Integration Opportunities for Children and Families" is based on the guideline of the Ministry for Children, Youth, Family, Equality, Refugee and Integration Affairs from October 16, 2023. The legal basis is anchored in § 8 Paragraph 1 of the Participation and Integration Act and in the administrative regulations for the State Budget Ordinance.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
33,300 €
Allocated Budget:
Maximum annual funding amount up to 33,300 Euros.
Deadline:
31.01.2026
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Demand Driven Scheme
Region:
North Rhine-Westphalia (Germany)
Sectors:
Education and Vocational Training, Social Enterprises
Beneficiaries:
Early childhood education, integration, family support
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Service Delivery, Capacity Building
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Ministry for Children, Youth, Family, Equality, Refugee and Integration Affairs of North Rhine-Westphalia
Managed By:
Arnsberg District Government, Competence Center for Integration (KfI), Department 36
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