Stiftung für Engagement in Hamburg-Bergedorf (SHiP)

The SHiP - Stiftung für Engagement in Bergedorf is a non-profit foundation that was established in 2012 by engaged citizens from Bergedorf. The focus of the foundation is on promoting and supporting civic engagement, particularly in the 50+ generation.

• Promotion of Projects and Initiatives: The foundation supports non-profit organizations and projects in the areas of elderly care, social issues, culture, education, and intergenerational cooperation. Funding is provided for material costs such as event expenses, project purchases, and training costs[1].
• Bergedorfer Volunteer Agency: The SHiP is the sponsor of the Bergedorfer Volunteer Agency, which advises and supports people in finding suitable volunteer opportunities[1][2].
• Own Offers: The foundation offers various own programs to give people the opportunity to engage in volunteer work.

The main mission of the SHiP is to promote and strengthen civic engagement in Bergedorf. The foundation advocates for the diversity of volunteer engagement and enables the voluntary commitment of people for people locally. Values such as solidarity, community, and social responsibility are at the core of the foundation's work.

• Long-term Support: The SHiP is working to create and maintain long-term structures for volunteer engagement in Bergedorf.
• Intergenerational Cooperation: An important aspect is the promotion of cooperation between different generations to avoid social isolation and strengthen the community.
• Promotion of Education and Culture: The foundation supports projects in the areas of education and culture to improve the quality of life in Bergedorf and preserve cultural diversity[1].

The SHiP - Stiftung für Engagement in Bergedorf is a central actor in the field of civic engagement in Hamburg-Bergedorf and does valuable work to strengthen the community and promote social interaction.