German Sparkassenstiftung works together with local partners on site: Central banks, microfinance institutions, associations, cooperative banks, chambers, ministries and universities. 

German Sparkassenstiftung regards the institutions it advises and supports as partners. Based on mutual trust, it promotes their sustainable development and builds long-term relationships with them.

German Sparkassenstiftung's success is based on the fact that it can draw on the expertise and practical experience of the employees of the Sparkassen-Finanzgruppe. Together with local experts trained by DSIK, seconded staff from the Sparkassen-Finanzgruppe use their up-to-date specialist knowledge to develop practical solutions and support the partner institutions during implementation. This approach not only ensures a high level of acceptance, but also the long-term success of the project.