BIL has announced the five projects selected through the second edition of its Call for Projects initiative, reaffirming the Bank's commitment to supporting organisations that create a positive and lasting impact in Luxembourg.
At an event held on 17 September, the selected non-profit organisations joined Jeffrey Dentzer, CEO of BIL, and representatives of the Bank to celebrate the projects that will receive financial support over the coming year.
A total of €80,000 will be allocated to five initiatives across the four pillars that guide BIL's community engagement:
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Art, Culture & Heritage
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Sport, Health & Well-being
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Education
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Entrepreneurship
Speaking at the event, Jeffrey Dentzer, CEO of BIL, congratulated the selected organisations and highlighted the importance of supporting initiatives that address concrete social needs across the country.
The commitment, creativity and determination demonstrated by all the organisations that applied this year were truly inspiring. Through our Call for Projects, we want to support people and organisations whose work has a meaningful impact on society and contributes to making Luxembourg a more inclusive and supportive place for everyone.
Jeffrey Dentzer, CEO of BIL
Here are the five projects that will receive BIL’s support
Art, Culture & Heritage
Mat Iech - Elisabeth Schilling & Company / Making Dances asbl
Led by choreographer Elisabeth Schilling, Mat Iech brings contemporary dance, live music and participatory workshops to people who have limited access to cultural experiences due to age, health, disability or social circumstances. The project is expected to reach more than 1,000 beneficiaries.
Donation: 20.000 euros
Sport, Health & Well-being
My Companion - Fondatioun Kriibskrank Kanner
My Companion provides families facing a childhood cancer diagnosis with a free support kit containing essential practical, medical and administrative information. Around 50 families are expected to benefit each year.
Donation: 10.000 euros
Individualised Yoga Therapy Programme - Fondation Autisme Luxembourg
This programme offers personalised yoga therapy sessions for adults on the autism spectrum, helping improve well-being, autonomy and stress management.
Donation: 10.000 euros
Education
Guardian Network - SOLACE asbl
Guardian Network is developing an interactive training tool to help young people and seniors identify online fraud and AI-enabled scams in a safe learning environment. The initiative is expected to benefit nearly 500 participants.
Donation: 20.000 euros
Entrepreneurship
Social Grocery Store of Diekirch - Hëllef um Terrain (HUT)
This project supports the operation of HUT's social grocery store in Diekirch, which serves around 1,000 people annually by providing affordable essential goods while fostering social inclusion and community support. The donation will help secure the continuity of its activities.
Donation: 20.000 euros
The five selected projects reflect the diversity of challenges and opportunities facing society today, from cultural inclusion and health support to digital education and social entrepreneurship. Together, they demonstrate the vital role played by Luxembourg's non-profit sector in strengthening communities and improving lives.
As BIL continues to deepen its social commitment, the Call for Projects remains a tangible expression of the Bank's ambition to contribute positively to the communities it serves.
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