Five million euros for social projects: Lower Saxony supports clubs!

Five million euros for social projects: Lower Saxony supports clubs!

Wilhelmshaven, Deutschland - The judicial authorities in Lower Saxony assigned the proud sum of around 5.78 million euros to various non -profit organizations in 2024. This is the highest amount of the past five years and a clear sign that financial support for social projects in the country is increasing. These funds come from investigative, criminal and grace procedures, in which payments were imposed on non-profit organizations. With an increase of around 207,000 euros compared to the previous year, the allocations show a positive development for civil society initiatives, reports the NWZ online.

The largest individual allowance of almost 290,000 euros, which was awarded to the victim aid in Lower Saxony, is particularly noteworthy. The Löwenherz children's hospice in Syke was also pleased with around 245,000 euros, while the Weisser Ring association received around 122,000 euros. These donations underline the important role that non -profit organizations play in the support of needy groups.

distribution of the funds

The funds were distributed according to a certain key. Here is an overview of the allocations for 2024:

• 1.33 million euros in institutions of the general social system
• 916,000 euros at institutions of general youth welfare
• 1.08 million euros to auxiliary facilities for impaired children
• 361,000 euros for nature and environmental protection
• 460,000 euros for criminal assistance
• 167,000 euros for addictive help
• 415,000 euros for traffic education and traffic safety

in Friesland and Wilhelmshaven, a total of 25 organizations benefited from the allocations and received a total of 57,990 euros. The Joshuas Engelreich children's and youth hospice was able to record 10,200 euros in Wilhelmshaven, while the Hospiz Förderverein with 300 euros and the parents' association were supported with 7,740 euros in Wilhelmshaven and Friesland. The animal protection association Wilhelmshaven and the surrounding area also received 3,300 euros.

How do the allocations come about?

The funds do not come from the usual tax revenue, but are forwarded to the non -profit institutions by the public prosecutors and courts. It is important to note that fines are paid to the state treasury and are not part of these allocations. These donations are often granted in cases of the investigations or criminal proceedings and the suspension of prison terms.

For organizations who are interested in admission to the nationwide directory of the beneficiaries, there is the option of downloading an application form. This is available on the homepage of the Oldenburg Higher Regional Court.

Overall, the allocations for 2024 not only show an increase in financial support, but also a growing recognition of the valuable work that many organizations in the social field do. Lower Saxony takes another step towards a more solidarity.