Project Funding for Interfaith Cooperation

The Berlin Senate Department for Culture and Social Cohesion funds projects that strengthen social cohesion in Berlin through collaboration among religious and philosophical communities. Funding is provided for initiatives that promote tolerance toward different religious beliefs and support peaceful, democratic coexistence.

Eligible applicants include religious or ideological communities, interfaith dialogue and understanding networks, as well as civil society organizations collaborating with these actors. Projects must take place in Berlin, have a clear connection to the State of Berlin, be open to the public, and have a lasting impact on urban society.

A prerequisite is that the project be oriented toward the common good, have not yet begun, and be consistent with the principles of the free democratic basic order. The applicant must provide at least 10 percent of the total expenses from its own funds. Applications may only be submitted online. Missing documents will not be requested during the application process.

Timeframe : Applications may be submitted once a year for the following year
Grant amount : €30,000 to €100,000 per project and fiscal year
Area : Social cohesion through interfaith and inter-ideological cooperation