Funder profile
Stiftung Mercator GmbH
Focus areas
Strengthening European Cohesion and Democratic ResiliencePromoting Climate Action and Sustainable Energy TransitionAdvancing Digital Transformation and its Societal ImplicationsFostering Science and Education for a Future-Oriented SocietySupporting Social Cohesion and Integration in Germany and EuropeEuropean IntegrationDemocracyClimate Change MitigationEnergy PolicyDigitalization
Funder intelligence
Stiftung Mercator is a prominent German foundation with a primary geographic focus on Germany and Europe, funding academic institutions, think tanks, and non-profit organizations. Recent strategic emphasis includes intensified efforts in climate action, strengthening European democracy, and addressing the societal impacts of digitalization, alongside their long-standing commitment to education and science.
Stiftung Mercator typically employs a two-stage application process, often beginning with a concept note or Letter of Inquiry (LOI). While they may accept unsolicited proposals, success rates are higher for invited applications or those that align closely with specific calls for proposals.