SozialMarie
@sozialmarie.org
SozialMarie is a prize for social innovation awarded to 15 outstanding projects every year. With its first call for applications in 2004 and awarding in 2005 it has been the first prize for social innovation in Europe. Beyond a financial recognition adding up to €54,000, SozialMarie primarily offers a public platform for social innovative projects in Central Eastern Europe. International right from the start, SozialMarie has acquired a solid reputation in Austria, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Croatia and Slovenia. Unruhe Private Foundation, established by Wanda Moser-Heindl and Friedrich Moser in 2000, manages the prize. Beyond novelty of the idea, the SozialMarie Criteria for Social Innovation focus on involvement of different groups, effectiveness of implementation and example effect. SozialMarie awards successfully implemented projects and is a premium seal of quality for effective social innovation. To promote and disseminate exemplary projects, as well as to advance the discussion about social innovation are SozialMarie’s main goals. Imprint: Unruhe Privatstiftung, FN 192483 p Address: Marchettigasse 7/4, 1060 Vienna, Austria Telephone: +43 (0) 1 587 7181 Email: [email protected] Privatstiftung (private foundation) with its headquarter in 1060 Vienna, Marchettigasse 7/4
SozialMarie's Company Logos
SozialMarie's Brand Colors
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CMYK
#FFD400
Gold
255, 212, 0
50, 100, 50
0, 17, 100, 0
#4BC0EB
Picton Blue
75, 192, 235
196, 80, 61
68, 18, 0, 8
#231F20
Thunder
35, 31, 32
345, 6, 13
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About SozialMarie
SozialMarie is an esteemed Austrian award dedicated to recognizing and promoting social innovations across Central and Eastern Europe. Since its inception in 2005, SozialMarie has honored outstanding projects that present novel and sustainable solutions to pressing social challenges. The annual award ceremony takes place on May 1st, celebrating initiatives that exemplify creativity and impact in various sectors.
The brand not only awards innovative social ventures but also engages with the community through multiple platforms. This includes a podcast titled Why Why Why?, which inspires listeners with discussions on social innovation, along with a comprehensive website featuring project highlights, news, and insights into past award recipients. Additionally, SozialMarie offers a newsletter service to keep subscribers updated on new developments and events.
Based in Vienna and operated by the Unruhe Privatstiftung, SozialMarie is committed to fostering social progress and empowering initiatives that make a difference in society. With a vibrant history spanning two decades, it continues to be a catalyst for social change
Company type
Nonprofit
Year founded
2004
Company size
11-50 employees
