What's it about?
In 2026, the Partnerships for Democracy in Friedrichshain & Kreuzberg will award grants to projects that strengthen democratic engagement, participation, and diversity. Funding will be provided for activities that combat racism, antisemitism, right-wing extremism, and other forms of exclusion, as well as those that support dialogue and civic engagement at the local level.
| Project Duration | February 12–October 30, 2026 |
| Grant Amount | €5,000 per project |
| Areas | Democracy & Civil Society, Diversity & Participation, Neighborhood Engagement |
| Required | Online workshop on project accounting |
What is covered?
Funding is available for microprojects with a direct connection to the district, such as:
- Workshops, events, and roundtables
- Neighborhood activities
- Podcasts or publications
- Programs to raise awareness about discrimination
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Measures to strengthen participation and empowerment
Projects must focus on at least one of the following areas: raising awareness, empowerment, promoting democracy, or neighborhood dialogue.
Key Topics:
The projects should address at least one of the following objectives:
Objective 1: Raising awareness of racism and discrimination in everyday life
Objective 2: Implementing empowerment projects and fostering participation
Objective 3: Preventing antisemitism (as part of the district’s strategy against antisemitism)
Objective 4: Neighborhood dialogues: Fostering diversity and strengthening democratic discourse
Objective 5: Strengthening civic engagement
Who can submit an application?
The following are eligible to apply:
- Organizations and initiatives
- Small organizations and sponsoring entities
- Groups and individuals
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Young people as well, provided the project’s content is also aimed at adults
Projects must be implemented locally in the district where the application is submitted (Friedrichshain or Kreuzberg).