Promotes social justice, sustainability, and cultural initiatives in Europe.
The Allianz Foundation, created in 2022 through the merger of Allianz Umweltstiftung and Allianz Kulturstiftung, is a private, nonprofit organization headquartered in Berlin. It focuses on fostering systemic change to create better living conditions for future generations. Its key areas of focus include promoting social justice, open societies, and environmental sustainability in Europe and the Mediterranean region. The foundation provides financial support for projects in the fields of arts and culture, European civil society, and climate and environmental initiatives. Projects typically receive funding ranging from €80,000 to €200,000 for up to 24 months. The foundation's grant criteria emphasize systemic, sustainable approaches, clear impact plans, and solutions addressing local and transnational challenges. It particularly welcomes proposals involving marginalized groups, participatory methods, and ecologically sustainable strategies. Recent initiatives supported by the Allianz Foundation include programs like the Media Forward Fund to promote independent journalism, the Regenerative Building Alliance focused on sustainable construction practices, and Zad, a mobility assistance program for artists. It also collaborates with organizations like the rural-focused INLAND platform and showcases diverse cultural perspectives through exhibitions. The foundation also connects and empowers individuals and groups through initiatives like its Fellows Program and regional hubs, fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration to address societal challenges. Its goal is to encourage systemic innovation addressing Europe's social, cultural, and ecological crises.