Crespo Foundation
The
Crespo Foundation
editThe Crespo Foundation, founded by the photographer, psychologist, and philanthropist Ulrike Crespo (1950-2019), is based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. The foundation is committed to supporting people in critical phases of their personal development and motivating them to take responsibility for themselves and others.
Mission and Values
editThe main mission of the Crespo Foundation is to encourage people to develop their creativity and build confidence in their own abilities. It promotes taking responsibility for the future and thus contributes to a humane and open society. The foundation focuses on the areas of educational opportunities, cultural education, strengthening personality, and art[2][4].
Support and Programs
editThe Crespo Foundation supports a variety of initiatives and programs that pursue common impact goals. The main programs include:
- Artist-in-Residence Program "ArtNature/NatureArt": This program, which has been taking place since 2021 in Glenkeen Garden in West Cork, Ireland, provides artists with an inspiring place to reflect on nature and the state of the planet[1][4].
- WORTMELDUNGEN Literature Prize: A literature prize and funding award that promotes critical short texts and supports authors[4].
- The Flying Artist Room: A program to promote artistic education and creativity[1][4].
- SABA Educational Scholarship: A scholarship program for people with migration and refugee experience to help them obtain a school diploma and develop professional prospects[4].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editThe Crespo Foundation places great importance on sustainable impact and long-term partnerships. It supports its funding partners in further development, particularly regarding impact orientation, financial sustainability, and scaling their impact. The foundation is also involved in the initiative #TrustCreatesImpact, which aims to make foundation actions more power-sensitive, participatory, innovative, and sustainable[2][4].
International and Local Engagement
editAlthough the Crespo Foundation primarily operates in Germany and German-speaking countries, there is an exception for Ireland, particularly through the Artist-in-Residence Program in Glenkeen Garden. International projects that take place across borders or in other countries are generally not funded[2].
The Crespo Foundation is committed to empowering people and providing them with opportunities to live self-determined lives and actively shape society. Through its diverse programs and funding, the foundation creates offerings and spaces of opportunity where people can realize their potential.