Our Supporters
The American Academy in Berlin is deeply grateful to the individuals, families, foundations, and companies whose generosity makes its work possible. Their support sustains the fellowships, public programs, and transatlantic exchange at the heart of everything the Academy does.
Individuals
Individual donors and friends of the Academy, on both sides of the Atlantic, whose personal generosity sustains its fellowships, public programs, and independence each year.
Foundations
Private and family foundations whose grants underwrite fellowships, public programs, and the Academy's endowment, continuing a long tradition of philanthropic support.
Corporations
Companies and corporate partners that support the Academy's work and connect their organizations to one of the leading forums for transatlantic dialogue and exchange.
Endowed Fellowships
Permanently endowed fellowships, named for their donors, that guarantee support for outstanding fellows in perpetuity—an enduring investment in transatlantic exchange.
Annually Funded Fellowships
Fellowships supported by annual gifts, allowing donors to underwrite a fellow's semester in Berlin and help shape each new class of Berlin Prize recipients.
Endowed Distinguished Visitorships
Endowed visitorships that bring eminent writers, artists, and public figures to Berlin for short residencies, enriching the Academy's program and its audiences.
Special Projects
Targeted gifts that fund special initiatives—from public forums and publications to anniversary programs—extending the Academy's reach and impact.