Purpose of the foundation
The Wirth Foundation is committed to bringing about sustainable and effective change in society with its broad-based approach to support. Our main aim is to support people in difficult life situations and open up new prospects for them. The focus is particularly on children and young people in need, as well as on projects that strengthen social cohesion and promote access to education, culture and medical care.
Our funding topics at a glance:
- Children and young people in need of help / youth welfare: We support projects that specifically aim to protect and support children and young people who live in difficult social or family circumstances. This involves both material aid and psychological and educational support to enable these young people to have a secure and self-determined future.
- Education and upbringing: Education is the key to a better future. For this reason, we support projects that give young people access to high-quality education and training. This includes supporting schools, vocational training centers, universities and initiatives that promote lifelong learning and equal opportunities.
- International emergency aid and development cooperation: In crisis regions, fast and unbureaucratic aid is vital. We support aid projects that address acute emergencies as well as long-term development cooperation projects that aim to improve living conditions in disadvantaged regions of the world and promote sustainable socio-economic development.
- Care: In the areas of elderly care, care for the disabled, childcare and nursing care, we are committed to improving the quality of life of those affected. Our commitment is aimed at supporting both care facilities and family caregivers, thus contributing to humane and high-quality care.
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Women's shelters: We support facilities that offer protection and refuge to women and children affected by domestic violence. The focus here is on creating safe spaces and providing support to help them overcome traumatic experiences and return to an independent life.
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Volunteering: Volunteering is an indispensable part of our society. We support initiatives in the areas of fire protection, disaster control, civil protection, occupational safety and accident prevention. The aim is to strengthen the work of volunteers and improve the framework conditions for volunteering.
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Nature conservation, environmental protection and animal welfare: The protection of our natural resources is of central importance. We support projects that are dedicated to the preservation of nature and the environment and actively contribute to the protection of endangered species. Our aim is to contribute to a sustainable future worth living for all living creatures.
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Art and culture: Art and culture enrich our lives and are an important part of a vibrant society. We promote cultural programs that give people of all ages access to art and creative work. In this way, we contribute to cultural education and support creative development and social exchange.
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Medical care: Health is a precious commodity and we are committed to improving medical care. This includes promoting public health, preventive healthcare and combating diseases and animal epidemics. Supporting hospitals and health initiatives is also one of our areas of support.
With this holistic approach, we not only want to provide short-term help, but also create the basis for positive change in the long term. Together with our partners, we work to find solutions to pressing social challenges and shape a better future for everyone. Find out more about our diverse projects and their positive impact on the lives of many people!