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The Kulturstiftung des Bundes (German Federal Cultural Foundation) is a public institution that supports innovative cultural projects with national and international impact. Founded in 2002 and based in Halle (Saale), it is funded by the Federal Government of Germany. Its mission is to promote cultural diversity, support contemporary artistic creation, and strengthen intercultural dialogue. The foundation funds initiatives in visual arts, music, theater, dance, literature, and new media. It also supports programs related to cultural heritage, historical memory, and current social challenges. Many of its activities focus on international cooperation, connecting artists, institutions, and audiences from different countries. The Kulturstiftung des Bundes plays a key role in Germany’s cultural landscape, providing space for artistic experimentation and critical reflection. Its work contributes to a vibrant, open, and diverse cultural scene both in Germany and abroad.