Standing together with Colombia
On 10 August, a devastating earthquake struck Colombia, causing loss of life and severe damage to infrastructure. Pereira and Cali, two of the cities most affected, are home to projects supported by the Limmat Foundation for children, young people and caregivers in vulnerable situations. The earthquake has severely affected public schools in Pereira where the Foundation Iwoka works, as well as the homes of childminders in Cali who have been trained through the project Saberes of the Foundation Carvajal. The Limmat Foundation wants to help ensure that the progress made over recent years is not interrupted and that the affected communities can continue to receive vital support. A Colombia Emergency Relief Fund has therefore been established. Anyone wishing to support the affected children, young people and caregivers can contribute via the donation account of the Limmat Foundation below. Donations are tax-deductible. Recipient: Limmat Foundation ZurichBank: PostFinanceIBAN: CH36 0900 0000 8001 0060 3BIC: POFICHBEXXXReference: Colombia Emergency Every contribution helps. Weitere Nachrichten Restoring nature – strengthening communities Restoring nature – strengthening communities • 11.08.2026 Annual Report 2025: Bridging worlds through education Annual Report 2025: Bridging worlds through education • 02.07.2026 Growing sustainable futures in Bolivia Growing sustainable futures in Bolivia • 12.06.2026
Restoring nature – strengthening communities
Healthy landscapes create healthier futures. Through the project “Native PEP” (www.nativepep.org), the Limmat Foundation supports partner communities in Kenya and Tanzania in restoring degraded ecosystems while creating sustainable livelihood opportunities. The project “Native PEP” is led by CABI (Centre for Agriculture and Bioscience International) and Biovision Africa Trust. In 2025, more than 10 ha of rangeland and community forest were restored, 5 km of rivers and irrigation canals cleared from invasive species, six critical water springs revitalized, and more than 200 community members trained as well as actively engaged. The project supported partner communities in helping 3 neighbouring communities to implement land restoration practices, and brought environmental education into five schools, inspiring the next generation to become stewards of their natural environment. By combining ecological restoration with scientific innovation, community participation and education, Native PEP demonstrates that protecting nature and improving people’s livelihoods go hand in hand. Together, they are building resilience for communities and ecosystems. Weitere Nachrichten Jahresbericht 2025: Brücke bauen durch Bildung Jahresbericht 2025: Brücke bauen durch Bildung • 02.07.2026 Nachhaltige Zukunftsperspektiven in Bolivien Nachhaltige Zukunftsperspektiven in Bolivien • 12.06.2026 Neue Chancen durch praxisnahe Bildung Neue Chancen durch praxisnahe Bildung • 12.05.2026
Annual Report 2025: Bridging worlds through education
The Limmat Foundation is pleased to announce the release of its Annual Report 2025. Last year, the Limmat Foundation supported 70 projects across 33 countries, empowering approximately 11,000 beneficiaries through education, vocational training and social initiatives. From creating opportunities for young people in Colombia and Madagascar to strengthening digital education in Brazil, these initiatives continue to foster lasting change. Guided by its vision of “development through education”, the Limmat Foundation remains committed to empowering communities and creating sustainable impact across generations. Explore the Annual Report 2025 in your preferred language: English: https://tinyurl.com/y99bdftm German: https://tinyurl.com/mpkfnccd Discover how philanthropy and education are shaping brighter futures worldwide. Weitere Nachrichten Growing sustainable futures in Bolivia Growing sustainable futures in Bolivia • 12.06.2026 New opportunities through practical education New opportunities through practical education • 12.05.2026 Building Futures Through Education in Mexico Building Futures Through Education in Mexico • 09.04.2026
Growing sustainable futures in Bolivia
Through the support of the Limmat Foundation and Inter-Cultur, indigenous communities in Bolivia are strengthening their skills, opportunities and resilience through the project “Harvest of Hope”. Building on previous achievements, the initiative supports 100 indigenous producers with training in sustainable agriculture and business management, helping them improve productivity and strengthen local livelihoods. In addition, 75 indigenous women receive education on gender equality and financial literacy, while 75 young indigenous women benefit from mentoring programmes designed to build confidence, leadership skills and future career opportunities. Together with the local partner AYNI, the project empowers communities to create sustainable economic opportunities, strengthen local organisations and invest in the next generation. Weitere Nachrichten New opportunities through practical education New opportunities through practical education • 12.05.2026 Building Futures Through Education in Mexico Building Futures Through Education in Mexico • 09.04.2026 From rural classrooms to university: expanding opportunities in Madagascar From rural classrooms to university: expanding opportunities in Madagascar • 19.03.2026
New opportunities through practical education
What begins with knowledge can transform entire communities. In Kilifi (Kenya), a project supported by the Limmat Foundation is empowering women, girls, and children through hands-on training as well as essential life skills, creating lasting change. Through the program “Fanikisha”, around 160 women received training in entrepreneurship, budgeting, cooking, and nutrition. As a result, several participants launched small businesses or secured employment in the local service sector. At the same time, the program “Tekeleza” enabled a similar number of girls to develop leadership and business skills, with many taking their first steps into entrepreneurship. The program “Smartika Mimi” reached almost 240 pupils, providing education on hygiene, nutrition, and personal responsibility. Many of these children have already improved their daily habits and are actively promoting cleanliness within their schools as well as families. By investing in practical education, the Limmat Foundation is helping communities build sustainable futures through local empowerment. Weitere Nachrichten Building Futures Through Education in Mexico Building Futures Through Education in Mexico • 09.04.2026 From rural classrooms to university: expanding opportunities in Madagascar From rural classrooms to university: expanding opportunities in Madagascar • 19.03.2026 Strategic Partnerships: Going Further Together Strategic Partnerships: Going Further Together • 19.02.2026
Building Futures Through Education in Mexico
Through Centro Comunitario Santa Fe in Mexico, the Limmat Foundation supports a project that opens doors to education by creating safe, community-based learning spaces for children, youth, and adults. Thanks to different programmes ranging from pre-school to scholarships, mentoring, and online classes, educational gaps can be reduced and opportunities are created. In 2025, the project reached 894 beneficiaries, with 70% successfully completing their courses. Key milestones included strengthening academic tutoring, delivering workshops in AI, employability, personal finance, and celebrating inspiring success stories of students completing university, and becoming a role model in her community. Another major achievement was the start of the reconstruction of the San Mateo center, ensuring sustainable impact and better learning conditions for years to come. Despite some challenges, the project continues to grow through strong partnerships, expanded scholarships, and improved digital tools, empowering communities to achieve their goals. Weitere Nachrichten Von ländlichen Klassenzimmern bis zur Universität: Neue Chancen in Madagaskar Von ländlichen Klassenzimmern bis zur Universität: Neue Chancen in Madagaskar • 19.03.2026 Strategische Partnerschaften – gemeinsam weiterkommen Strategische Partnerschaften – gemeinsam weiterkommen • 19.02.2026 Labedu in Brasilien: Bildung mit Zukunft Labedu in Brasilien: Bildung mit Zukunft • 29.01.2026
From rural classrooms to university: expanding opportunities in Madagascar
For many young people in Madagascar, access to education remains a major challenge. Through the programs CERES and SESAME, new pathways to learning and opportunity are being created. CERES supports school education in rural areas. Each year, around 490 children and adolescents from disadvantaged families attend schools in five villages. Boarding facilities ensure that distance does not prevent students from learning. The results are encouraging: 81% complete compulsory education, compared with a national average of about 38%. Building on this foundation, SESAME helps motivated high-school graduates access higher education (280 students per year). With scholarships, mentoring and a preparatory year in Antananarivo, students gain the skills needed to succeed at university. The impact of CERES and SESAME:• 95% continue to university• 93% obtain their degree• 65% find employment within six months Together, these initiatives show how sustained investment in education can transform lives and strengthen communities in Madagascar. The Limmat Foundation thanks the donors, IECD, the dedicated local partners and educators who make this work possible. Weitere Nachrichten Strategic Partnerships: Going Further Together Strategic Partnerships: Going Further Together • 19.02.2026 Transforming education in Brazil: Labedu’s impact Transforming education in Brazil: Labedu’s impact • 29.01.2026 100 years of history – 50 years of impact 100 years of history – 50 years of impact • 05.11.2025
Strategic Partnerships: Going Further Together
In the social sector, much is said about strategic partnerships, but the central challenge is not simply forming an alliance - it is managing it as a living relationship, capable of generating real impact. The projects department of the Limmat Foundation promotes collaborations that go beyond formal agreements, transforming them into concrete and sustainable action. It’s about bringing together foundations, social organizations, the public sector, companies, universities, and community leaders to move from working in parallel to truly working together, sharing resources, knowledge, and methodologies. An example of this approach is the partnership between two organisations in Venezuela: Asociación Salud y Familia, focused on women’s workforce training, and Fundación Eugenio Mendoza which contributes its well-established entrepreneurship methodology. This collaboration aims to strengthen institutional capacity and promote employment training processes that open pathways to sustainable entrepreneurship for its beneficiaries. This joint model allows to optimize resources, multiply the impact of each project, and ensure consistency. Thanks to the commitment of the Limmat Foundation’s partners and donors, each initiative becomes part of a collective effort that generates meaningful and lasting change. Weitere Nachrichten 100 years of history – 50 years of impact 100 years of history – 50 years of impact • 05.11.2025 30th Esmeralda Charity Cup – golf with purpose 30th Esmeralda Charity Cup – golf with purpose • 23.10.2025 Charity concert for street children of Colombia Charity concert for street children of Colombia • 04.09.2025
Transforming education in Brazil: Labedu’s impact
The Limmat Foundation supports the project “Laboratório de Educação” (Labedu) in Brazil. It enhances educational practices by creating innovative methods, projects, and products through research, implementation, as well as evaluation. Labedu trains adults – including teachers, family members, and public education professionals – as essential contributors to children’s learning. This approach fosters meaningful change both in and out of school. Labedu already celebrated three major milestones: the launch of its early education program in Maranhão, the distribution of learning materials to more than 140,000 children in São Paulo, and the recognition with the Jacobs Foundation Best Practice Prize for its outstanding commitment to evidence-based education. By investing in education today, Labedu inspires a brighter future for generations to come. Weitere Nachrichten 100 years of history – 50 years of impact 100 years of history – 50 years of impact • 05.11.2025 30th Esmeralda Charity Cup – golf with purpose 30th Esmeralda Charity Cup – golf with purpose • 23.10.2025 Charity concert for street children of Colombia Charity concert for street children of Colombia • 04.09.2025
100 years of history – 50 years of impact
This year, the Limmat Foundation’s home at Rosenbühlstrasse 32 in Zurich celebrates a double anniversary: 100 years since the building was constructed and 50 years since the Foundation has brought its mission to life within these historic walls. To mark this special occasion, the Foundation invited its neighbours to a relaxed evening gathering – a celebration of shared stories, community, and the enduring spirit of this remarkable place. The Limmat Foundation is also planning a meeting with the granddaughter of the building’s original architect. This occasion is expected to spark an inspiring exchange with the team – a lively dialogue between past and present that could offer fascinating insights into the house’s history. Weitere Nachrichten Teamwork for true transformation: Highlights from Colombia Teamwork for true transformation: Highlights from Colombia • 05.11.2025 30th Esmeralda Charity Cup – golf with purpose 30th Esmeralda Charity Cup – golf with purpose • 23.10.2025 Charity concert for street children of Colombia Charity concert for street children of Colombia • 04.09.2025