Zuschüsse und Fördermittel

Program Cesty k integraci byl jedním z prvních projektů naší nadace. Jeho cílem je pomoci lidem se zdravotním znevýhodněním prožít plnohodnotný život. Žádosti o příspěvek mohou podávat jednotlivci i organizace. ## Finanční pomoc míří na: - nákup zdravotních kompenzačních pomůcek, např. invalidních vozíků, sluchadel, zdravotních kočárků apod. pro jednotlivce - zajištění sociálních služeb pro neziskové organizace (např. vybavení půjčoven rehabilitačních a kompenzačních pomůcek, denních stacionářů, rané péče, chráněného bydlení, podpora vzdělání pracovníků organizace, zajištění dopravy klientů) [Přispět lidem se zdravotním znevýhodněním](https://www.darujme.cz/projekt/1200177)

## Erste Social Finance ## Erste Social Finance Holding was established as a joint venture between the ERSTE Foundation and Erste Group with the goal of spreading prosperity and providing access to financial services for all. Impact organisations can play an important role to tackle societal problems while at the same time creating jobs and positive perspectives in the regions they are active in. While social businesses are already well established in Western Europe, they still face significant challenges in CEE. Building the capacities necessary to get from a great idea to a sustainable social business is key for future success. Access to financial resources is often still hard to get. Erste Social Finance aims to help unleashing the potential impact organizations have to strengthen a prosperous and democratic Europe. Erste Social Finance follows an inclusive approach: - Its impact program [MARC](https://www.erstestiftung.org/en/marc-where-impact-leads-the-way/) offers tailor-made support to social ventures and organizations to increase the resilience of their business and improve their investment-readiness - It develops inclusive finance products and services for high-impact organizations as well as marginalized groups ranging from grants to social banking and social finance - It is ready to develop social finance risk models and procedures to foster social innovation in and across countries via instruments like social impact bonds or strategic impact investments - It aims to help creating long-term solutions as a first mover. When it comes to topics like social housing or impact investment, the legal environment differs from country to country. With ERSTE Stiftung as an patient investor, Erste Social Finance has the possibility to help develop new markets as it can advocate for and support improvements in legal and regulatory environments. Erste Social Finance offers key instruments and support to foster businesses and organizations striving for measurable social or environmental impact. Not only does this help solving societal challenges, but it creates job, promotes self-employment, and improves financial stability. Its innovative services and activities provide prove that there’s no contradiction between impact and sustainable profit. [erstesocialfinance.com](https://www.erstesocialfinance.com/en/home) #### Partner Erste Group

## Europe’s Futures Initiative (EFI) ## The Europe’s Futures Initiative (EFI) is a membership-based organisation which will be headquartered in Vienna. Designed to be a pan-European accelerator for innovation in policy, governance, and civic engagement, EFI is a policy powerhouse, deeply embedded in the European policymaking ecosystem. EFI ist set up to deliver timely, relevant, and actionable policy advice and action. It addresses the complex challenges facing Europe today, from geopolitical instability to democratic backsliding, by connecting intellectual rigor with practical solutions. EFI’s focus is to generate impact through inclusive, scalable, democratic strategies, in the pursuit of a more confident, resilient, and united Europe. What sets EFI apart is its commitment to inclusivity and action. It brings together changemakers from across Europe—north, south, east, and west—to co-create solutions rooted in shared values. Whether rethinking migration policy for social cohesion, designing education systems that foster collaboration, or restoring trust in democratic institutions, EFI transforms bold ideas into actionable strategies. EFI is committed to inclusive, bottom-up governance. Governed democratically by its members—[Europe’s Futures](https://www.erstestiftung.org/en/projects/europes-futures/) Fellows—who actively contribute to its strategic direction. Its Vienna headquarters is as a central hub for research, dialogue, and collaboration. EFI builds on the Europe’s Futures Fellowship, a successful initiative launched in 2018 by ERSTE Foundation and the Institute for Human Sciences (IWM), which has brought together a vibrant network of handpicked policy experts, academics and practitioners from across the globe, committed to democratic values and European cooperation. Former Europe’s Futures Fellows are invited to join as members of EFI. Alexander Schallenberg, former Austrian Chancellor and Foreign Minister, serves as President of EFI. He and the board are responsible for overseeing finances, governance and strategic direction. Francesco Rocchetti, the former General Secretary of the Italian think-tank ISPI, has been appointed as EFI’s director. Europe’s Futures Initiative will officially open on 1 January 2026. To be kept up-to-date with information regarding the launch, please subscribe to our newsletter: [Newsletter Registration](https://www.erstestiftung.org/en/newsletter/) *Header image: Past, Present, Future – Aldo Giannotti*

## Professional Integration HUB ## Highly qualified Ukrainian professionals temporarily residing in Austria bring with them particular potential for the labour market and want to work. Through the Professional Integration HUB, we facilitate their professional advancement and provide initial prospects for a successful integration into the labour market in partnership with leading institutions and organisations in Austria. Since February 2022, around 57,700 people of working age (the vast majority of them women) have fled from Ukraine to Austria. Very few of them manage to find a job immediately. The Professional Integration HUB was founded in spring 2024 to place highly qualified professionals from Ukraine in paid and supervised internships with organisations and companies, financed by scholarships.  The Professional Integration HUB is a long-term internship programme for Ukrainians residing in Austria as a result of Russia‘s aggression against Ukraine. The goal of the programme is to facilitate the career advancement of Ukrainian professionals by integrating them into the European labour market. Additionally, the experience they gain through the programme will make a significant contribution to the post-war reconstruction of Ukraine and its integration into the EU. Achieving these goals involves the most effective form of professional education—internships in relevant positions at leading institutions and organisations in Austria. The duration of the internship is limited to three months. The HUB provides comprehensive organisational support throughout the programme. Participation in the programme provides an opportunity, among other benefits, to familiarise oneself with the specifics of labour relations in Austria, management procedures, requirements for professionals, and their specialisation, giving people a chance to become part of the European professional community. [professionalhub.at](http://professionalhub.at) #### Partner European Centre for Freedom and Independence Intenship partners: Federal Ministry of Labour and Economy; Federal Ministry of Social Affairs, Health, Care and Consumer Protection; Federal Ministry for Climate Action, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology; Salzburger Kunstverein; Graz Museum; Josephinum – Medizinische Sammlungen GmbH; MuseumsQuartier E+B GesmbH; Office Ukraine Vienna; Office Ukraine Graz; C/O VIENNA MAGAZINE; Schenker Salvi Weber Architekten ZT GmbH; KDZ Centre for Public Administration Research; Impact Hub Vienna GmbH; Austrian National Tourist Office; L&R Social Research *All photos: Mariia Klymenko*

## Erste Financial Life Park (FLiP) ## The Erste Financial Life Park is an extraordinary place that explains economic and financial topics in an innovative way through an interactive tour. It teaches basic economics and the necessary skills for handling money on a daily basis. Tailored to different age groups, young people learn from the FLiP’s activities for life. And it’s fun! Those who are good with money and understand basic economics often have it easier in life. Young people who fall into debt at an early age and thus deprive themselves of many opportunities often simply lack the necessary knowledge to assess the consequences of their actions. With its interactive tours, the Erste Financial Life Park (FLiP) sparks the interest of children, young people and adults in the economy in a playful way. By allowing different age groups to try out financial decisions, it promotes financial responsibility. It’s not a marketing tool but a fact-based centre for knowledge-transfer and a platform for financial education that has recently expanded towards other locations. The FLiP works transparently and without judgment, talks openly about all topics and strives for clear, simple and understandable answers. Most importantly, by implementing modern didactics it proves that learning is also fun. The Erste Financial Life Park belongs to [Erste Social Finance Holding](https://www.erstestiftung.org/projects/erste-social-finance-holding/), of which ERSTE Foundation owns 51 percent. Together with ERSTE Foundation, Johannes Kepler University Linz, Three Coins and the Austrian Ministry of Finance, the FLiP awards the [Kardea!-prize](http://www.kardea.org) for the best ideas on handling money by children and young adults.  [financiallifepark.at](https://www.financiallifepark.at/) #### Partner [Erste Social Finance Holding](https://www.erstestiftung.org/projects/erste-social-finance-holding/) *All photos: Marlena König*

## Open Future Lab ## The Open Future Lab is committed to advancing financial well-being and autonomy. This nurtures resilient and inclusive communities where individuals have the tools to shape their own lives. The Open Future Lab is dedicated to inspiring long-term thinking and proactive initiative. Our mission is to promote financial well-being and autonomy, which we consider to be essential foundations for resilient and inclusive communities whose members have the freedom and joy of shaping their own lives. In today’s rapidly changing world, technology and circumstances continuously evolve, creating new opportunities and challenges. More than ever, it is crucial to maintain a focus on the human dimension and adopt a long-term societal perspective. At the Open Future Lab, we emphasise the importance of empathy, understanding and innovation to drive cultural and social change, ensuring a positive future and enhanced financial well-being for everyone. [openfuturelab.org](https://www.openfuturelab.org/) #### Partner *Header image: Valerie Maltseva*