Applications are currently being accepted for the Sophie und Karl Binding Foundation Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The Binding Foundation is a national donor foundation supporting projects in environmental, social, and cultural fields through both financial contributions and long-term engagement. Its flexible approach allows support for formal funding requests as well as operational participation in project development and multi-year collaborations.
Typical grant range: CHF 3,000 – CHF 100,000 per project per year
Higher funding: Available for long-term, multi-year initiatives
Transparency maintained through published overviews of previously funded projects
Organizations seeking funding should:
Align their project with the foundation’s thematic areas
Be able to provide clear information about:
Organization mission and structure
Proposed project description
Overall budget and duration
Scope of activities
Preliminary inquiries by phone or email are encouraged when eligibility or thematic fit is uncertain.
Review Requirements – Ensure project aligns with thematic areas and foundation priorities
Prepare Inquiry or Application – Include organization details, project goals, budget, and scope
Submit Request – Via email or phone for both general support and programs like Binding Sélection d’Artistes or Binding First Dance
Foundation Review and Feedback – Engage in direct exchange if necessary for clarification or guidance