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Schöpflin Stiftung
Lörrach, DEImpact-drivenFoundationSocial ImpactDemocracy & Public Goods
Impact3Sustainability Goals
LocationLörrach
About Schöpflin Stiftung
Schöpflin Stiftung is dedicated to fostering critical awareness, a vibrant democracy, and a diverse society, aiming for a better future for young generations. It supports organizations and initiatives across Europe that provide innovative solutions for major societal challenges. The foundation operates through program areas such as "Learning & Participation," "Listening & Cohesion," "Economy & Public Spirit," and "Infrastructure & Relationship." Additionally, it runs its own facilities in Lörrach, Germany, with a goal to sustainably anchor social innovations in their respective fields.
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Sustainability Goals
Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
Strengthening Civil Society for Democratic Participation
Schöpflin Stiftung supports initiatives across Europe dedicated to pluralistic democracy and strengthening citizen participation. The organization also builds stable structures for NGOs and social enterprises.
Quality Education
Innovative Education for Critical and Engaged Youth
The organization views schools as innovation centers and operates the Schöpflin Schule. It also supports projects such as "Smarter Start ab 14" to foster children's conscious engagement with the digital world.
Reduced Inequalities
Promoting Cohesion and Equal Opportunities
Through programs like "Economy & Public Spirit" and "Listening & Cohesion," the foundation aims for a society that strengthens social cohesion and enables equal participation opportunities for all.
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Q1What is the mission of Schöpflin Stiftung?+
Schöpflin Stiftung is committed to fostering critical awareness, a vibrant democracy, and a diverse society, aiming to pave the way for a better future for young and coming generations. It supports organizations and initiatives across Europe that provide innovative solutions for major societal challenges, with a goal to sustainably anchor them. The foundation's funding efforts are organized into program areas such as Learning & Participation, Listening & Cohesion, Economy & Public Spirit, and Infrastructure & Relationship.
Q2Where can one find information about job openings and apply at Schöpflin Stiftung?+
Interested individuals can find all current job openings at Schöpflin Stiftung on its external career portal. Applications can be submitted directly via this link: https://schoepflin-stiftung.jobs.personio.de/
Q3Which locations and facilities does Schöpflin Stiftung operate?+
Schöpflin Stiftung is headquartered in Lörrach, Germany, and operates several of its own facilities there. These include "Werkaum Schöpflin & FABRIC," "Schöpflin Schule," "Villa Schöpflin," and "Publix." These locations serve as centers for innovation and collaboration.
Q4Which UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does Schöpflin Stiftung primarily address?+
Schöpflin Stiftung primarily focuses on two UN Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions) and SDG 4 (Quality Education). Secondarily, the foundation also contributes to SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) to foster a more equitable society.
Q5What are the core characteristics of Schöpflin Stiftung's organizational culture or approach?+
Schöpflin Stiftung is characterized by a culture of courage, signaled by its bold 'Mehr Mut' visual identity. It employs innovative 'Flow Fund' models for decentralized grant-making and maintains a strong focus on digital sovereignty and independent journalism. Additionally, the foundation operates multiple physical innovation sites.
Q6What recent initiatives has Schöpflin Stiftung launched?+
Recent initiatives include launching communication on Mastodon (May 2026) to support independent social networks and partnering with "Smarter Start ab 14" (April 2026) to advocate for a more conscious entry into the digital world for children. Additionally, a new Flow Fund for Saxony-Anhalt (April 2026) was established to strengthen youth participation.
