"grips gewinnt" Supports Dedicated Pupils
The new high school scholarship program "grips gewinnt" supports smart and motivated children with disadvantaged backgrounds. “grips gewinnt” supports pupils from Berlin, Brandenburg, Bremen, Hamburg, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Sachsen-Anhalt, and Schleswig-Holstein who distinguish themselves by achieving good grades at school and displaying social responsibility. The scholarship is a joint project of the Joachim Herz Foundation and Robert Bosch Foundation, and provides educational opportunities, advice, and financial support. Find out more.
Closing Date for Applications is April 1st.
Making Up for Disadvantages
With the joint program “grips gewinnt”, the Joachim Herz Foundation and Robert Bosch Foundation have developed a constructive reaction to the lack of equal opportunities in Germany. According to the 2010 Education Report, almost one in three children under the age of 18 cannot develop his or her potential due to financial, cultural, or social circumstances. “grips gewinnt” gives keen pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds the opportunity to discover their talents and develop their strengths. To this end, the foundations offer summer academies, excursions, and courses. The youngsters discuss topics concerning the economy, politics, and society, as well as attending cultural events. The courses help prepare them to choose which career path or university degree they wish to pursue.
The next scholarship period begins September 1, 2012. All children currently in the 7th grade attending a school providing all-round education and who intend to earn their high school diploma may apply.
Should you have any questions, please contact Ms. Schulze, Head of Scholarships, at + 49 40 533295-53.
