The Joachim Herz Stiftung
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The foundation primarily supports initiatives within Germany and Europe, with a strong emphasis on fostering international exchange and cooperation. They prioritize projects in education, science (especially natural sciences), and economics, often targeting young researchers and entrepreneurial development. Recent trends include an increased focus on digital transformation in education and sustainable development within their core areas.
The Joachim Herz Stiftung typically operates through structured calls for proposals and, for larger initiatives, by invitation. They often require a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) or concept paper as a first step before a full application. Unsolicited proposals may be considered but generally have a lower success rate.