ZiviZ

What ZiviZ does

ZiviZ im Stifterverband is a data-driven think tank based in Germany, operating as a division of Stifterverband, a major German science and education funding organization. The organization focuses on civil society research and analysis, providing empirical insights into the structure, trends, and engagement patterns of Germany's third sector. It serves civil society actors — NGOs, foundations, associations, academic institutions, government bodies, and corporates with social-responsibility agendas — seeking evidence-based understanding of the sector's development and resilience.

ZiviZ's core offerings are organized around three service pillars: Analysieren (Analyze), Beraten (Consult), and Vernetzen (Network). The Analyze pillar delivers data-driven research publications and trend studies on civil society, including annual or periodic reports based on aggregated survey and indicator data. The Consult pillar provides advisory services to organizations in the sector, while the Network pillar builds connections across civil society actors through events and convenings. The underlying platform appears to function as a research and publication engine that aggregates primary survey data, applies analytical methods, and produces outputs in the form of reports, studies, briefings, and in-person events.

As a non-profit think tank embedded within Stifterverband, ZiviZ does not operate a traditional commercial revenue model. Its activities appear to be funded through the parent organization's resources, member contributions, project-based grants, and partner-supported research commissions. The customer base spans six distinct segments: NGOs and civil society organizations, foundations, academic research institutions, government ministries, companies, and associations. No pricing structure, headcount figures, or external revenue disclosures are available in the input data, which limits any quantitative triangulation.

Name

ZiviZ

Legal name

ZiviZ im Stifterverband

Website

https://ziviz.info

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ZiviZ is a German data-driven think tank within Stifterverband that produces research, analysis, and networking services on civil society trends, serving NGOs, foundations, government ministries, academia, companies, and associations.

Ownership category

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Product category

Think Tank and Civil Society Research

NAICS

Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities (54172), Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling (54191), Other Management Consulting Services (541618)

SIC

Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Think Tanks, Policy Research & Public Policy Institutes (BPAGAFAO)

akta.pro secondary industry

Education Policy Research Institutes & Think Tanks (EDADADAA)

Keywords

• Civil society research
• Think tank consulting
• Nonprofit trend analysis
• Civic engagement insights
• Foundation advisory services

Headquarters

HQ city

Berlin

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

ZiviZ is a think tank within the Stifterverband that provides data-based orientation and trend knowledge for civil society work. It offers analysis (studies and reports on civil society), consulting (workshops, briefings and advisory support), and networking (conferences and community events), targeting NGOs, foundations, academia, government ministries, companies, and associations.

Product overview

ZiviZ is a think tank operating under the Stifterverband that provides data-based orientation and trend knowledge for civil society work in Germany. The organization operates as a unified service offering rather than a modular software platform. ZiviZ delivers its mission through three interconnected service pillars: analysis (Analysieren), consulting (Beraten), and networking (Vernetzen). The organization also publishes research studies and organizes events as part of its knowledge dissemination activities. Key offerings include publications on civil society topics such as microfunding studies, business engagement in education, and volunteer studies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ZiviZ Analysis (Data and Trend Studies) Empirical studies, reports, and trend analyses on civil society topics, provided to NGOs, foundations, academia, government, companies, and associations as a standalone research offering.
• ZiviZ Consulting (Workshops and Briefings) Advisory services including workshops, briefings, and consulting engagements that translate civil society data and trends into actionable orientation for organizations.
• ZiviZ Networking (Conferences and Community Events) Conferences, events, and community formats that bring together civil society actors for exchange and joint orientation on sector trends.

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• StifterverbandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerZiviZ operates as a specialized unit within the broader Stifterverband network, which supports science, education, and civil society in Germany through funding, analysis, and networking activities

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Regional players

• Independent Sector: US-based national membership organization and research body for the charitable and civil society sector. Comparable as a sector-focused research and convening organization producing data on civil society engagement patterns.
• Deutsches Institut für Wirtschaftsforschung (DIW): Leading German economic research institute producing policy-relevant data and analysis. Comparable as a German research institution providing data-based policy advice to ministries, foundations, and civil society stakeholders.
• Charities Aid Foundation (CAF): International charity providing research, advice, and services to civil society organizations. Comparable as a research-driven civil society organization producing analysis and trend reports on philanthropy and engagement.

Broad incumbents

• Stifterverband: ZiviZ's parent organization, a major German foundation supporting science, education, and civil society through funding, analysis, and networking. Directly comparable as it operates the same civil society ecosystem with broader funding and policy mandates.
• European Policy Centre (EPC): Brussels-based think tank conducting policy research and convening stakeholders across civil society, government, and business. Comparable as a think tank model offering data-driven analysis, policy advice, and stakeholder networking.
• Bertelsmann Stiftung: One of Germany's largest foundations, conducting research on social, educational, and civil society topics. Comparable in that it produces large-scale data-driven studies on civil society engagement and advises government and corporate stakeholders.

Direct peers

• Bundesnetzwerk Bürgerschaftliches Engagement (BBE): Germany's national network for civic engagement, bringing together civil society, government, and business to promote civic participation. Directly comparable to ZiviZ as another think tank and networking hub focused on German civil society research and policy advice.
• Maecenata Stiftung: German think tank and foundation dedicated to civil society research and philanthropy. Highly comparable to ZiviZ as a peer organization conducting analytical research, consultancy, and convening work on civil society in Germany.

Emerging players

• Hertie School: Berlin-based university offering policy research and executive education with a civil society and governance focus. Comparable as an academic-affiliated research institution producing data-driven policy insights for government and foundation clients.
• Vodafone Foundation Institute for Society and Communications: German foundation conducting research on digital civil society and stakeholder engagement. Comparable as a German foundation-affiliated research body producing analysis on civil society topics for policy and corporate audiences.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ziviz_de

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Investors

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Investments

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