Supports community development and social responsibility initiatives.
The Montag Stiftungen is an independent, non-profit foundation group based in Bonn, Germany. It comprises several foundations: Montag Stiftung Jugend und Gesellschaft (Youth and Society), Montag Stiftung Urbane Räume (Urban Spaces), Montag Stiftung Kunst und Gesellschaft (Art and Society), and Montag Stiftung Denkwerkstatt (Think Tank). The Carl Richard Montag Förderstiftung serves as the umbrella foundation, holding the assets and financing the project-related work. The foundation group's overarching mission is "Acting and Shaping with Social Responsibility," focusing on creating an equitable everyday world. Key areas include active participation, inclusion, sustainable urban development, and art projects. Each foundation operates independently on specific projects within its focus area. The Montag Stiftungen collaborate closely with local communities, municipalities, and civil society initiatives to develop innovative solutions for social challenges. They invest in vacant buildings and sites, transforming them into usable spaces for community development. While specific financial details are not readily available, the foundations support various projects across Germany. For instance, they funded the "Planning and Building Inclusive Schools" program in Weimar and are developing the "Open Embassy for Democracy" project in Bonn, estimated to cost 8-10 million euros for acquisition and renovation.