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Rybnik, Poland

Cultural and Educational Center "Creative Word Center"

Patriotic Fund – Freedom in Polish (2023 Edition, Priority II)

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Project summary

Project area

Rybnik, Poland

Implementation period

May 25, 2023 - Nov 30, 2023

Funding programme

Patriotic Fund – Freedom in Polish (2023 Edition, Priority II)

Roman Dmowski and Ignacy Jan Paderewski Institute of National Thought Heritage

Funding amount

PLN 400,000

Own contribution

PLN 45,188

Top outcomes

Project duration

6 months

The project was implemented from May 25, 2023 to November 30, 2023.

New center headquarters

1 facility

A headquarters for the cultural and educational center was purchased and launched in Rybnik.

Program launch activities

2 artistic rehearsals

The first artistic and workshop activities for youth were delivered in the new venue.

About the project

The "Creative Word Center" project was designed as an investment in long-term cultural and educational infrastructure for the Rybnik region. Its main objective was to create a permanent space for creative work, non-formal education, and community engagement. As a result, the organization gained a stable venue for cultural programs, workshops, and civic activities.

Process

The project implementation covered the purchase of real estate, legal and administrative preparation, space equipment, and adaptation for day-to-day program delivery. It also included visual identity rollout and communication activities aimed at building recognition of the new center. In parallel, the team launched first substantive activities: artistic rehearsals, workshops, and meetings with youth and local partners.

The center was designed as an open, multi-purpose space for residents, young creators, volunteers, and civic groups. A key component was creating foundations for cross-sector cooperation, including with the Youth City Council, workshop facilitators, and local stakeholders supporting social initiatives.

Results

Key metrics and outcomes

Project duration

6 months

The project was implemented from May 25, 2023 to November 30, 2023.

New center headquarters

1 facility

A headquarters for the cultural and educational center was purchased and launched in Rybnik.

Program launch activities

2 artistic rehearsals

The first artistic and workshop activities for youth were delivered in the new venue.

Target groups

Residents + youth

The center serves local residents, with a particular focus on young people and non-formal education.

Long-term asset

Permanent operating space

The project established a lasting base for future cultural, educational, and civic programs.

Impact

What changed thanks to the project

The project's key outcome was launching a permanent headquarters for the "Creative Word Center", which now serves as a stable base for educational and cultural activities. It also strengthened the association's institutional capacity by improving team working conditions, organizing its equipment base, and increasing readiness to run regular community programs.

An additional value was the development of lasting relations with youth and volunteer groups, as well as stronger cooperation with local partners. As a result, the center operates not only as a physical venue, but as an active hub for social and creative initiatives.

Main project image: Creative Word Center
Entrance to the Creative Word Center in Rybnik
Informational board about project co-financing under the Patriotic Fund program

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