In Hoedspruit we have 2 hectares of land enclosed with fences, a vegetable garden, a security gate, toilets, and a shower building.
It's a large community. Nearly 33,500 people, 60% (approximately 20,000) of whom are children.
Step 1 is almost finished building thanks to all the donations.
Many children worldwide experience malnourishment and stunted growth. An often monotonous diet is the only thing they have access to. This results in many children having disabilities like bad eyesight or an underdeveloped brain.
Our food program helps children to eat a varied, well-balanced diet and to be monitored in how the food impacts their health for at least a year.
Board members do not receive any remuneration for their work.
They are entitled to reimbursement of actual expenses incurred and/or a reasonable holiday allowance in accordance with statutory provisions.
A year of resilience and preparation.
Although 2024 was challenging for BOOST The World, with post-COVID dynamics and personal circumstances that temporarily threw us off balance, we demonstrated our resilience and dedication during this period.
Behind the scenes, we’ve been working hard on the foundations of our project in Hoedspruit, South Africa. Thanks to the team led by Barrie van den Berg, the 2-hectare site has been prepared for construction, and a clear investment plan is in place that paves the way to sustainable impact.
This year marks a powerful relaunch for our foundation. Under the leadership of our new program director, Robert Vos, we are building a robust internal structure and increasing our visibility.
With a new relationship management system, we can better reach and inspire our supporters. Tangible results are being achieved in South Africa.
Our fundraising is receiving a new boost through structured crowdfunding campaigns on WhyDonate and inspiring events for donors and entrepreneurs. We are doing everything we can to regain our ANBI status and are preparing to apply for the CBF quality mark.
A special milestone is the commitment from a Dutch construction company to expand the site by 10 hectares. This will create a fully-fledged educational and community center for surrounding villages, a place where skills are developed and employment grows. “It takes a village to raise a child” takes on a tangible meaning here.
We are also developing an exchange program for (medical) students between Dutch and South African universities, allowing students to make a valuable contribution to the local community.
With the new board, we have developed an ambitious and forward-looking Policy Plan 2026–2030, paving the way for a world in which 500,000 young people can develop their leadership with heart. We measure the number of young people through: educational projects, community development, international exchange, and the BOOST Academy.
Our ambition is clear: by 2030, we want to guide hundreds of thousands of young people worldwide in their development into inclusive leaders. Through training, coaching, and mentoring, we offer a heart-centered education that empowers them to strengthen their communities.
We actively involve educational institutions in our mission and invite students to participate in our international projects.
To promote transparency, we organize BOOST expeditions to our learning communities, so donors and sponsors can see firsthand what their support makes possible.
BOOST The World is on the cusp of a powerful growth phase.
In the coming years, we will strengthen our internal communication and coordination to ensure our activities are even more closely aligned worldwide. At the same time, we will increase our visibility and impact through inspiring external communications.
Our successful learning community project in Hoedspruit, South Africa, is currently at the heart of our approach.
This project is developing into an international example that we are excited to share with other countries eager for sustainable, inclusive learning environments. We are already in discussions with partners in Ghana, India, Indonesia, and several countries in South America.
Organizing educational and social projects that empower young people.
Collaborate with local and international partners to increase our impact.
Raising income through donations, grants, and meaningful collaborative projects.
Transparent financial management, where resources directly benefit our mission.
Annual evaluation and open publication of our results and plans.
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