Creative projects for schools, colleges and youth groups
Please note: changes to the programme guidelines for youth groups are coming soon! If you are a youth group leader and would like to apply for funding, please contact Alison Kliché.
The Challenge Fund provides support for joint thematic activities between UK and German partners and is designed to encourage young people to
- pick a subject or theme of their choice and explore it in an international context
- take a fresh look at cross- or extra-curricular project work, with or without a language element
- take an active role in a practical, ‘hands-on’ team venture
- work together towards a concrete outcome, product or event of their choice
Examples of project themes and activities:
- Science and technology: research, explore and experiment together!
- Business and enterprise: set up a mini-comany or marketing campaign, take part in work experience
- Citizenship: design and create a service for your communities
- Multimedia and ICT: create a webpage, film, blog or even write your own song
- Music, dance and drama: create and perform a joint musical
- Art and design: create a thematic exhibition
- History: step back in time and recreate an historical event
- Energy and the environment: design your own recycling plant
- Politics and public speaking: get involved in debating workshops and competitions
- Geography: plan your perfect town or city
The possibilities are (almost) endless!
Grants provided through the Challenge Fund go towards project resources, joint activities and reciprocal partner visits, as a contribution to the overall costs.
To download the programme conditions and guidelines, click here.
To download the Challenge Fund application form, click here.
The next deadline for the Challenge Fund is 31 October 2010.
PLEASE NOTE: Incomplete or late applications cannot be assessed. In order for an application to be considered for funding, a paper copy of the complete application including original signatures from all participating partner institutions must arrive at the below address by post by the relevant deadline and at least four weeks before the start of the project. However, we recommend a lead-in time of at least 6 weeks before the project is due to start. Please also retain a copy of your application for your records.
Please send your application to:
Alison Kliché
UK-German Connection
34 Belgrave Square
London SW1X 8QB
If you have any questions about the programme or would like to discuss your ideas, please contact Alison Kliché.