New LEADER funding: Projects for the Altmark are starting soon!

New LEADER funding: Projects for the Altmark are starting soon!

The anticipation of new funding opportunities is increasing, because from September 26, 2025, interested project sponsors can submit their applications for LEADER funding. This program, which is committed to sustainable development in the rural areas of the western Altmark, is a real opportunity for regional projects that enrich local life. As the city of Salzwedel's website informs, the LEADER program aims to achieve economic, social and ecological improvement for the region. These information events and consultation hours of the Local Action Group (LAG) “Western Altmark” provide the right framework to develop and implement ideas.

Especially today, when the challenges in rural areas are great, there is a good opportunity for everyone who wants to get involved. Information events take place regularly in Salzwedel, where citizens are informed about funding opportunities and the submission of project ideas. Sebastian Huber, the contact for LEADER management, is available to answer questions to those interested, be it by email or telephone.

Advice and consultation hours

In addition, free consultation hours are scheduled in the coworking space at Brunnenstrasse 30, 29410 Hansestadt Salzwedel. Here, previous project applicants and all interested newcomers can not only present their ideas, but also clarify specific questions about the applications. The next consultation dates are:

• Donnerstag, 25. September 2025, 08:30 – 16:00
• Mittwoch, 1. Oktober 2025, 13:00 – 19:00
• Donnerstag, 2. Oktober 2025, 08:30 – 15:00
• Donnerstag, 9. Oktober 2025, 13:00 – 19:00
• Mittwoch, 22. Oktober 2025, 13:00 – 19:00
• Donnerstag, 23. Oktober 2025, 08:30 – 15:00
• Donnerstag, 27. November 2025, 13:00 – 18:00
• Freitag, 12. Dezember 2025, 13:00 – 18:00

Registration by email is recommended to avoid waiting times. If you have any questions about individual advice, the contacts Mark Braun and Felix Klein at Vindelici Advisors AG are available.

Insights into LEADER funding

The LEADER program is not just one-off support for projects, but a long-term approach to sustainably promote rural areas. According to the page about rural areas in Saxony, projects that improve basic services and the quality of life receive particular attention. Topics such as business, education, tourism and environmental protection are the fields of action that are particularly promoted here. In the current funding period from 2023 to 2027, 240.9 million euros are available for this purpose, which represents considerable potential for development and design in rural areas.

The chairman of the LAG, Michael Ziche, emphasizes the importance of regional cooperation in order to maintain and further develop economically productive and livable villages. This initiative not only addresses current needs but also prepares for the challenges of demographic change.

So be prepared to contribute your ideas and take advantage of the opportunity to make a positive contribution to the development of your region!