Das macht Schule has been promoting practical projects in schools since 2006 to strengthen sustainability and life skills. With initiatives like PC donations and E-Waste Race, the non-profit organization supports students and teachers across Germany.
Das macht Schule is an initiative founded in 2006 by Bernd Gebert, supported by the Das macht Schule Förderverein e.V. and the Das macht Schule gemeinnützige GmbH. Based in Hamburg, the company operates nationwide in Germany and specializes in promoting practical projects in schools.
The main mission of Das macht Schule is to prepare students for a responsible, active lifestyle. The motto "Learning for Life in School" reflects the focus on practical experiences, sustainable actions, life skills, and self-efficacy. The initiative promotes initiative, responsibility, community spirit, and sustainable actions to empower young people to actively participate in the positive development of society[2][3].
Das macht Schule is a non-profit organization funded by foundations, supporting members, and donations. The work of the association and the GmbH is solely focused on social impact and is not profit-oriented. Financial transparency is ensured through regular audits and reports according to the Social Reporting Standard (SRS)[2][3].
The founder Bernd Gebert was awarded as a leading Social Entrepreneur by Ashoka in 2007. Das macht Schule is a member of various networks, including the Social Entrepreneurship Network Germany, the Federal Association of German Foundations, and the Network Foundations and Education. Additionally, the company was nominated among the Top 30 at the German Sustainability Award Local Heroes 2023[1][2][3].
