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Crossing Borders (CB) is a non-profit, non-partisan civil society organisation. The vision of CB is a world in peace with itself in which diversity is celebrated. The mission is to create dialogue space toward such a world and to build the capacity of youth, media workers and educators to realise the above vision. The overall goal is to enable people with different backgrounds to learn to live together on equal terms. Crossing Borders started as a project in 1999 in Denmark in support of meaningful dialogue between the conflict parties in the Middle East. In response to increased activities and demands for the CB concept and services, it was transformed, in 2004, into a dynamic organization with activities in Denmark and abroad.

The Kreisau-Initiative e.V. was founded 1989 to address the need for international understanding, democratic education, and active engagement in human rights, particularly in response to Europe's history of division, conflict, and authoritarianism. The Kreisau-Initiative is committed to promoting democracy, human rights, social inclusion, and sustainability through international educational programs and cross-cultural dialogue. Rooted in the legacy of the Kreisau Circle, a German resistance group against Nazism, its mission is to empower individuals - especially young people - to actively shape just, inclusive, and democratic societies. At its core, the Kreisau-Initiative responds to persistent social challenges such as discrimination, social exclusion, extremism, and a lack of opportunities for youth participation in shaping democratic, inclusive societies. Recognizing that many young people - especially those from marginalized backgrounds - face barriers to education, empowerment, and cross-cultural exchange, the organization promotes non-formal education as a tool for social change. Today, the need for fostering social cohesion, gender equality, human rights awareness, and sustainability remains as urgent as ever. The Kreisau-Initiative continues to address these challenges by creating spaces for learning, dialogue, and action, empowering individuals to become active, responsible members of a democratic and diverse Europe. The organization's priority objectives are: - To foster social cohesion by addressing discrimination, exclusion, and extremism. - To promote human rights education and critical engagement with history to strengthen democratic values. - To advance gender equality and support marginalized groups through empowerment and participation. - To encourage socio-ecological transformation, raising awareness of sustainable development and climate justice. - To provide spaces for intercultural exchange, enabling young people to develop skills in dialogue, cooperation, and civic responsibility. Through non-formal education, transnational partnerships, and youth-centered approaches, the Kreisau-Initiative equips participants with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to drive positive social change across Europe and beyond.

Our mission is to research, recognize and remember Poland's citizens fighting for freedom and survival in eastern Poland and in forced exile during WW2. We do this by: - Recording wartime Survivor interviews; - Digitising Survivor's personal documents and memoirs; - Assisting Survivors and Descendants to research and preserve their family's wartime experiences; - Presenting the wartime histories in our online Virtual Museum, www.Kresy-Siberia.org; - Promoting these histories to the public in through history and genealogy events; - Holding reunions and conferences for Survivors and Descendants to pass on these histories.

The mission of Coalition for Youth Foundation is: Here where we live, we should be fine. We run regular programs for three groups of beneficiaries: FOR YOUNG PEOPLE Acceptance. New opportunities We help young people to reveal their talent and build a life on it. We award Clover scholarships We provide an alternative to what they have on a daily basis. We teach a new one at our original workshops. We help discover talent We organize shows. We teach young people to be socially active. We give grants for their own ideas FOR SENIORS Respect. Care. Active life We are creating an Active Seniors Center so that they leave home and make them feel needed We use the skills and life wisdom of the Elders to build a world of values in the Young. Joint projects have priceless power We help the elderly in a difficult living situation. We donate food. FOR LOCAL COMMUNITIES Motivation. Knowledge. An impulse to change We make the dreams of small communities come true, for example about a playground or a day-room for children. We award mini grants, including: as part of the Act Locally Program We organize trainings and provide specialist consultancy for local NGOs. That they are effective and always "up to date" We infect people to act by providing equipment, materials and the Foundation's premises. We run the Biaobrzeg Civic Center Beyond that we got involved in helping Ukrainian Refugees coming to our region. Our main activities for Ukrainian refugees: - we organize the biggest collection of food, hygiene products, clothes, medicaments, etc. in the region - we run the largest gift warehouse in the region, which is open from Monday till Saturday. - we have registered over 1 thousand refugees, which we help, but we relocate also our help to other destinations in the region or even in Warsaw as at the beginning we are welled organized - we find shelter for all of the refugees we help- cover food for them, and all needed products - we cooperate with local authorities and schools to integrate the refugees - We cover cost of school starter kit for kids going to school - we work with companies to find jobs for refugees - we pay for school dinners for children - we work with over 200 volunteers regularly

Our mission is to invite more Polish families and people living in Poland to reading in order to give every child a better chance to realize their full potential, to be open minded, critically thinking, educated, innovative and empathetic citizens - for their own happinness and the prosperity and strength of our democracy in the future.

Promotion of local philanthropy and development of community foundations in Poland.

The NABU Foundation, established in October 2020, is the heart of an inspiring initiative. Our mission is based on educational and workshop activities, mainly focused on children and youth. As a non-profit organization, we aim to create a space where talents, creativity and passions develop, while supporting local communities. As part of our statutory activities, we offer unique meetings, educational, artistic and sports activities and workshops, as well as fascinating educational trips. Our recipe for effective learning is to use a personalized method both within and outside of formal education. Thanks to the innovative A.J. Hoge method, we teach foreign languages, conduct classes in robotics and programming, and inspire in the fields of digital painting, traditional drawing and videofilming. In addition, our activities also include DIY creative workshops, outdoor survival activities and premedical aid courses. Our priority is to help children from families at risk of social exclusion, the sick, the disabled and the exceptionally gifted. All our activities involve Ukrainian refugees, whom we have been supporting for 2 years. We act not only to support the current generation, but also to prepare them for a future in which they can make a positive difference in the world. Our goals and activities include: 1. Initiating and supporting activities aimed at raising the educational standards of citizens. 2. Engaging in activities related to science, higher education and the general development of education and upbringing. 3. Participating in projects related to culture, art, protection of cultural property and national heritage. 4. Undertaking charitable activities for the benefit of various communities. 5. Acting for ecology, animal protection and preservation of natural heritage. 6. Focusing on activities for children and young people, including the creation of friendly spaces for families to spend their free time. 7. Proactively preventing the emergence of social problems by encouraging children and young people to spend their free time actively. 8. Helping children and young people develop their talents and achieve their educational and sports goals. 9. Supporting children and young people from poor backgrounds or those without parental care in acquiring knowledge and skills. 10. Promoting physical fitness and healthy lifestyles among children and youth in rural and urban environments through recreational, sports, tourist and sightseeing activities. 11. Creating favorable conditions for practicing various sports, developing educational disciplines, especially among children, youth and the elderly. 12. Promoting health protection through proactive health education. 13. Supporting local initiatives that contribute to community development. 14. Strengthening social integration processes by fostering human ties and promoting universal values. 15. Engaging in activities that support community development. 16. Facilitating integration, professional development and social reintegration of marginalized people, including the poor, unemployed and disabled. 17. Implementing measures to prevent the processes of poverty, marginalization and social exclusion. 18. Supporting initiatives that promote the development of entrepreneurship and social economy. We have been organizing activities for children, teenagers and adults for 3 years now. We have a wealth of knowledge and experience that enables us to organize engaging and effective activities for the audience. These include educational, sports, creative and integrative activities. We support our students so that they can change the world for the better in the future. Our employees are passionate people, experienced in working with children, and in many of the activities we also have volunteers working with us. We create a community of people who want to gain knowledge and share it. We are constantly expanding our possibilities and we plan to increase the reach of our services. Despite the rather short time of our running, we have already achieved a lot - through our activities we have reached a significant number of people, effectively responding to the needs of the local community, and the initiatives we have carried out have been a great success.

The To The Future Foundation works for the benefit of the local community in Wroclaw. It brings together people from diverse backgrounds and ages. The foundation supports children, teenagers, people at risk of social exclusion, people with disabilities, and their guardians. We focus on spreading and promoting European values such as democracy and human rights, supporting cultural and historical education among young citizens of Europe (including shaping the attitude of active citizens and volunteers), acting for tolerance, peace, and understanding between nations, promoting self-development through non-formal learning methodologies, and encouraging social inclusion by promoting lifelong education and the development of 21 competencies for underprivileged groups. Therefore, we organize and participate in local events, meetings, seminars, workshops, and exhibitions, and cooperate with non-governmental organizations and local authorities to improve healthy behaviors and attitudes, better mental health and well-being, and equalize economic opportunities and gender inequalities for women. We are also involved in voluntary service. We focus on building stronger communities by engaging young people to participate in local projects and cooperation to help ensure social inclusion, increase self-confidence, self-esteem, and enhance mutual understanding. One of our most important projects is "Disability via Art." This project aims to create a dedicated space where people with disabilities and seniors can actively participate in artistic workshops, breaking down societal barriers and promoting mutual growth through the transformative power of art. People with disabilities and seniors often face isolation, and their access to artistic expression and communal engagement is limited. This project seeks to address these challenges by providing an inclusive environment that encourages creative expression and social interaction. Overcoming preconceived notions about the abilities of individuals with disabilities is a key challenge, and the project aims to change perceptions through meaningful engagement. This year, we have also focused on the elderly. We have organized support groups, activities, and excursions for them to alleviate loneliness, poverty, and social exclusion. We realized how important it is because nobody wants to be alone, especially in their old age. By incorporating seniors into the art-centric initiative alongside individuals with disabilities, the project strives to boost seniors' sense of empowerment and involvement. Through artistic expression, seniors can discover a revitalized sense of purpose and connection, enriching their lives with meaningful experiences. To address the challenges at hand, we created a dedicated space that accommodates the unique needs of people with disabilities and seniors. This space serves as a hub for artistic workshops, fostering creativity, self-expression, and social interaction. This initiative, known as the "To The Future Disability via Art" project, is designed to address the issues of isolation and inactivity that often accompany these conditions. The core of the project involves conducting workshops tailored to the needs and interests of individuals with disabilities and the elderly. The aim is to create an inclusive environment that encourages active participation and combats the tendency for these individuals to stay at home, feeling excluded from broader social activities. In summary, the mission of the To The Future Foundation is to create a more inclusive and equitable society by supporting and empowering individuals at risk of social exclusion. We aim to foster social integration, promote lifelong education, and enhance the overall well-being of these individuals. By building stronger communities and encouraging positive relationships, we strive to create a future where everyone feels valued and included.

The Foundation's mission is creating the foundation for a happy future society without war, discrimination, and life devoid of meaning. We believe in the genius of every child. We know how to create an environment in which, in partnership with parents, a young child develops into a worthy individual, capable of intelligent and systematic thought, ethically mature, and positively influencing society. The main goal of the Jednosc Foundation is providing teenagers with a refugee and migrant background (including unaccompanied minors) comprehensive educational, psychological, and social support to help them thrive in Poland, build skills and confidence to navigate their new lives in Poland.

Advocating secondary education reform, informing teachers, and supporting their professional growth in line with the reform values as well as promoting the pedagogy of partnership in schools.

AIPC Pandora is a non-profit organization that works to generate the knowledge and the capacity of action needed at the international level for the construction of a more just and peaceful world. For this, we develop Global Learning Experiences for educational, intercultural, solidarity or professional insertion in one of the 57 countries in which we are present. We work both in Outbound / Outbound and Inbound / Host projects in Spain, offering transformative experiences based on the "Learning-Service" methodology that form global citizens in how to intervene in the great challenges of the world today.

The Stonewall Group is the largest organization fighting for the rights of LGBT+ people in the Wielkopolska region. The Group has been active since 2015 in the following areas: advocacy, education, help/intervention, culture, and healthcare. The Group comprises 41 members and around 50 volunteers cooperate with us. The board comprises five members. Each of them is responsible for a few areas of activity. Our flagship activity is the Poznan Pride Week festival (we organized a few hundred events in the course of five editions of the festival), which culminated in the Equality March (13,000 people participated in 2019). We help LGBT+ people and their families. For four years now, we have been co-operating with six therapists holding psychological consultations which have been provided for around 200 individuals now. We run five support groups for: youth, transgender people, families of LGBT+ people, bisexual people, and LGBT+ people from Ukraine. We provide legal help for LGBT+ people, who are often victims of hate crimes (the legal help is also partially financed by municipal grants); since 2016 we have provided a few hundred hours of support in total, which also consisted in representing a client. We organize many cultural activities: produce concerts, theatre plays, and organize meetings with authors. We are also active in the area of healthcare - thanks to the grant from the city of Poznan, we are organizing a training project for therapists about so-called ChemSex. In 2019, we were commissioned by Panstwowy Zakad Higieny (State Institute of Hygiene) to conduct research about ChemSex. We provide free testing for HIV, syphilis, and HCV. We train companies about antidiscrimination (e.g., Allegro, Franklin Templeton). In 2019, we organized the first edition of Letnia Akademia Rownosci (Summer Equality Academy) - we visited seven cities in Poland, combating harmful stereotypes about LGBT+ people (funded by Sprite). We conduct business activity - we manage the bar Lokum Stonewall bar which has become not only a meeting place for the Poznan LGBT+ community, but also the main stage of Polish queer culture for such events like weekly drag queen performances. The bar also boosts our visibility - it is located on the main pedestrian street in the center of Poznan (facebook.com/LokumStonewall). What is more, as a part of our business activities, we run an online shop (outandproud.pl) and organize trainings for companies.