Apply now for the German neighborhood award 2025!

Apply now for the German neighborhood award 2025!

This week, the application phase for the German neighborhood award 2025 begins, an important competition to strengthen the cohesion in our districts. From June 3 to July 18, 2025, all neighbors, groups, neighborhood associations as well as non -profit organizations and social companies can submit their projects. The aim is to promote the cooperation and to improve the quality of life in the different neighborhoods, so Johannstadt.de .

A total of 16 projects at the state level are honored, which are used in five categories: "generations", "culture & sport", "sustainability", "public space" and "diversity". Each state winner project receives 2,000 euros, while the winning projects in the categories are awarded up to 5,000 euros. These prize money is expressly intended for the common good commitment in the neighborhood.

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Neighborhood projects are great opportunities to create a sense of community and tackle local challenges together. There are numerous initiatives - from small actions to large -scale events that cover social, cultural and environmentally friendly aspects. Examples include neighborhood help, events for seniors, integration of migrants or community gardens, report the But how do you start a successful neighborhood project? A thorough needs analysis is important, followed by the development of a specific project idea. In addition, resources such as financing and volunteers should be procured before the planning and implementation. A well thought -out project plan makes it easier to carry out and ensures the long -term success of the project.

The award ceremony of the German neighborhood award takes place in Berlin and promises to become a festival for over 300 guests from civil society, politics and business. In addition to the Nextan.de Foundation, which organizes this competition and also coordinates the “Day of the Neighborhood”, numerous partners such as the Deutsche Postcode Lottery, the German Cities Day and Diakonie Germany support the initiative. These measures are not only interesting for long-established neighbors: new neighbors are always welcome to take part in community projects and to bring their ideas, so Nextan.de .

whether through art festivals, language courses or environmental initiatives - the possibilities are varied. It is up to us to actively shape our neighborhood. Those who get involved not only have the chance of appreciation in the form of prize money, but also on new friendships and the experience of a living community.

Further information and applications for the German neighborhood award can be carried out at www.nachbarschaftspreis.de . In addition, there are extensive information on the neighborhood commitment in Dresden on www.dresden.de/nachbarschaft ready.