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[Translate to English:] Straße in einer Kleinstadt mit historischen Fachwerkhäusern, Bäumen und parkenden Autos.

[Translate to English:] Foto: La Spri, Unsplash

The Ernst Engelbrecht-Greve Prize recognizes projects and initiatives that improve community life and infrastructure in rural areas. Groups of young people, as well as organizations and associations that work with young people in rural areas, are eligible to apply. Projects from 2025 and 2026 are eligible for the 2027 award. A total of 10,000 euros in prize money is available.

What is it about?
The award recognizes efforts that improve life and infrastructure in rural areas. We are looking for projects and initiatives in the areas of regional development, youth work, and green careers.

Who is it for?
Groups of two or more people, as well as organizations and associations that work with young people in rural areas and are not exclusively for-profit, are eligible to apply. Participants must be 35 years old or younger.

Why is this important?
The award recognizes projects that strengthen communities and provide new impetus for rural areas. In making its selection, the jury considers factors such as innovation, long-term impact, scalability, and contribution to the community.

Optional
The award is presented every two years. For 2027, projects and initiatives from 2025 and 2026 may be submitted. They do not need to be completed yet, but they must be more than just a concept.

Further Information

Target Audience	Groups; organizations; associations
Nomination Type	Self-nomination
Prize money	Yes
Prize Amount	Total of 10,000 euros
Application Deadline	Applications due by October 31, 2026

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Location

Description

May 31

NAJU (Naturschutzjugend im NABU)

In the nationwide “Erlebter Frühling” contest, children up to age 13 explore nature in their local area. Individual children, groups of children, school classes, and daycare groups are eligible to participate. Entries are judged based on various criteria, including creativity, relevance to the theme, and the children’s involvement. Award-winning entries win a nature adventure day.

[Translate to English:] Ein Kind sitzt mit dem Rücken zur Kamera in einer Wiese mit weißen Gänseblümchen. Die tief stehende Sonne scheint durch die Bäume im Hintergrund.

Aug 16

Bundesministerium für Bildung, Familie, Senioren, Frauen und Jugend (BMBFSFJ)

For the first time, the German Community Award honors projects, initiatives, and organizations that combat loneliness and strengthen social cohesion. Eligible applicants include, among others, civil society initiatives, clubs, associations, as well as municipalities and public institutions. The award is presented in four categories and includes prize money.

Jul 31

Gesellschaft für Medienpädagogik (GMK)

The Dieter Baacke Prize recognizes media education projects that help children, young people, and families use media creatively and critically. Extracurricular projects, as well as collaborations between school-based and extracurricular institutions, are eligible to apply. The prize is awarded nationwide in six categories.

Mar 31

Bezirksamt Reinickendorf von Berlin

With the Dieter-Braunsdorf Medal, the Reinickendorf district honors individuals who volunteer to support sports in the district. The award is presented annually in bronze, silver, and gold. Starting in 2026, volunteers under the age of 27 will also be eligible for the award for the first time. Sports clubs and organizations in Reinickendorf can nominate individuals until March 31.