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The Maecenata Foundation is an independent Think Tank founded in 2010 and based in Munich. It addresses issues of civil society, civic engagement, philanthropy, and foundations. Since 2011 it comprises all of Maecenata's activities. The foundation directs the activities of its programmes to represent carefully considered positions. It is heavily engaged in the transnational strengthening and development of an open society in Europe and beyond through civil society.

We are strengthening the world of human rights, journalism and science by providing clever and relevant IT-solutions.

Board of European Students of Technology is a non-profit and non-political organisation that since 1989 strives to improve communication, cooperation and exchange opportunities for European students. The mission of BEST is to help students achieve an international mindset, reach a better understanding of cultures and societies and develop the capacity to work in culturally diverse environments. To achieve this mission BEST offers high quality services to technology students all over Europe. These services include a European engineering competition, academic courses, career events and events on educational involvement. BEST offers these events in 96 European Universities, spread among 34 countries, reaching over one million students, with the help of 3300 members. It is BEST's mission to provide complementary, non-formal education in every event that it organises. This to make sure that the students that are reached grow to their full potential before they enter the job market. It is essential for BEST to show students the value of complementary education, not only to widen their perspective on the technology topics covered in their studies, but also to teach them the needed soft skills. To begin, these soft skills are covered in BEST's events by bringing students together with its two other stakeholders, universities and companies, and letting them dialog. Secondly, BEST provides specific training sessions to teach students how to acquire these skills in a safe and stimulating environment among peers. Lastly, this is done not only towards outside students, but also towards BEST's own members. By letting them organise events after they had a thorough knowledge transfer and did some in-depth training sessions, they acquire a lot of hands-on experience that makes them valued assets on the job market. In all this soft skill acquirement, there is one thing that makes BEST special: everything happens in a culturally diverse environment. BEST's volunteers really learn how to cooperate with project members from all over Europe and also the outside students are introduced to a specific mindset that BEST likes to call 'the BEST spirit'. This means that everyone works together, respecting each other's backgrounds, to achieve a common goal: empower students and give them a voice in today's society. For this donation campaign BEST would focus on the educational involvement that it stimulates among European students. It is namely very unique that an organisation run by students offers their peers a voice by collecting data in surveys and events and presenting that data to the relevant authorities. BEST, therefore, attends a lot of conferences about education to be able to share our outcomes to the fullest. We hope to raise some donations in this campaign to be able to carry out next year's planning around the theme of Digital Literacy. This theme focuses on how prepared students and universities are for the upcoming digitisation wave. It raises the question of how we will learn and teach digital skills and how industry 4.0 will make its way into our education. For this program BEST invests in conducting surveys, doing symposia on education and writing scientific papers with the purpose of disseminating the outcomes. It is not the first time that BEST is going to conduct such an Educational Involvement Programme. Last year, for example, the theme was 'Diversity in STEM education' and the years before we covered topics such as pedagogical skills, new teaching methods, relation between university and industry, etc. So what were the steps BEST undertook to create all the materials around last year's topic? First, a team was created to do research on existing literature about 'Diversity in (STEM) education'. Based on that research a survey was created in which 4 diversity types were tackled: cultural diversity, ethnic diversity, gender diversity and students with disabilities. Then, after the answers of the survey were gathered and analysed, the subtopics for the BEST Symposia on Education were identified: in this case, each symposium had a different diversity type. The same team that worked on the content creation of the symposia also prepared and delivered the sessions of those symposia. After the events, the input of all the participating students is gathered in a scientific report, which is then either published in conferences, or disseminated through social media and newsletters. The approach used last year proved to be a successful one and will be repeated in this year's Educational Involvement Programme. If we manage to get more funds via Global Giving, this will mean that we can elaborate this process and spend more resources on content creation, promotion of the surveys and dissemination of our results. In short: we will be able to make a lot more noise in the educational world.

Global Changemakers works to an unshakable mission of supporting young people to create a positive change towards a more just, fair and sustainable world. We do this through skills development, capacity building, mentoring and grants.

Bright Kids is a grassroots charity operating in Ukraine. We are committed to providing underprivileged children and their mothers with the support they need to create a brighter future. Bright Kids is a small team of dedicated humanitarians who want to make a difference. Our Focus: Health Children who have no parental care or whose families have no financial means to pay medical bills struggle with their health. Bright Kids Charity aspires to financially support kids and their families who are struggling to overcome health concerns and the costs involved. We also aim to support aftercare needs, such as treatments, rehabilitation and recreational activities. We raise and distribute funds so that more children can receive financial support to improve their health and quality of life. Wellbeing and Education We aim to help orphans, unprivileged children and their mothers discover their place in society. As an independent charity, we do not have a large budget and a broad support base. We find our partners and sponsors by ourselves. Our aim is to unite people who need help with people who are willing to give help. We are very cost-efficient as most of our administration is conducted online with our team working remotely, contributing from all around the world.

Our mission is to reduce the number of casualties caused by explosive remnants of war (ERW), providing the affected groups with free and state-of-the-art Mine Risk Education. By working together with local authorities and NGOs, we implement inclusive and sustainable projects which will increase the local populations' awareness about ERWs.

The Energy Act for Ukraine Foundation, established in response to the dire circumstances faced by Ukraine following the russian full-scale invasion that began on February 24, 2022, is a dedicated and impassioned organization with a clear mission: to provide vital support for Ukraine's energy infrastructure in the face of ongoing war and uncertainty. The invasion has had devastating consequences for Ukraine, and its infrastructure has been significantly impacted. The energy sector, in particular, faces constant threats, with some critical energy facilities having been destroyed and others partially damaged due to missile attacks. This has left many regions, especially those on the frontlines or in recently de-occupied areas, struggling with either no power or severely limited access. Tragically, over 12 million of Ukrainians did not have stable access to electricity during the heating season 2022/2023, a dire situation that demands immediate attention. The primary focus of the Energy Act for Ukraine Foundation is to address this pressing issue by facilitating the supply of renewable energy equipment to Ukraine. This strategic approach serves two critical purposes: energy localization and diversification of the electricity supply in Ukraine. Energy localization involves empowering local communities and institutions to generate their own power through renewable sources. By equipping schools and hospitals with solar systems, the foundation ensures that these vital facilities can function even in the face of energy disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict. This not only safeguards the well-being of the people who depend on these services but also contributes to the overall resilience of the region. In addition to the tangible impact on energy infrastructure, the foundation recognizes the importance of education and awareness in promoting sustainable development. Thus, within the scope of the school projects, the Energy Act for Ukraine Foundation takes on the dual role of educator and provider. We educate children on the principles of sustainable development, fostering a sense of responsibility and stewardship for the environment. Over the course of five years, the foundation has set an ambitious goal to equip 150 facilities with renewable energy systems. This endeavor not only addresses the immediate energy needs of communities but also lays the foundation for a more sustainable and resilient future for Ukraine. In the face of adversity and ongoing conflict, the Energy Act for Ukraine Foundation stands as a beacon of hope and practical action. Our mission to restore and fortify Ukraine's energy infrastructure through renewable energy solutions not only offers immediate relief but also paves the way for a more sustainable and self-reliant future. With dedication and a commitment to education, they are not only bringing light to the darkness but also empowering future generations to lead their country toward a brighter, more sustainable future.

Karazin University is under super-tough conditions. Kharkiv has been extremely affected by the war. Since its beginning, 25% of the University's premises have been destroyed. Not all the students could return to classrooms: some found themselves on the temporarily occupied territories, others decided to put their education on halt, and some others left Ukraine for good. But almost 85% of the student body continues their studies online from all over the world despite the difficulties and barriers. They stay with the University and they already are part of its history! To facilitate the protection of scientific, academic, and spiritual achievements of Karazin University, to preserve Ukraine's intellectual potential and to bring its victory over the Russian aggressor closer.

Bridging the gap between those who need shelter and those willing to help. Through impactful products, caring for dignity and building trust.

Our mission is to provide comprehensive assistance (psychological, educational, and mentorship) to Ukrainian children from vulnerable groups. These include wards of boarding institutions, orphans, children deprived of parental care, HIV-infected children, children from large or low-income families, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and children with psychological or physical disabilities. This support will first and foremost equalize the educational opportunities for children from vulnerable groups, allowing them to obtain decent education and, consequently, a profession, thereby reducing their risk of further marginalization. Unfortunately, current support from the Ukrainian government is insufficient and cannot meet these groups' needs. Additionally, our assistance will enable children to receive quality psychological support, helping them overcome the traumas of war as well as psychological traumas and complexes related to their backgrounds and low social status.

Solving social challenges through the use of new technologies, through the development and administration of technological solutions in open source format that contribute to solving social problems or blockages, having a significant impact on society.

Transparency International (TI) is an unincorporated, international coalition, which has the objective to stop corruption and promote transparency, accountability and integrity at all levels and across all sectors of society.