Quick News: Rapid Updates on Our Initiatives

23.07.25 — We’ve just published our 2024 Annual Report! It’s the result of hard work and reflects a year rich in action and impact. Dive into the stories, data, and milestones that shaped this powerful year. Please read it now!

08.07.25 — Today, we funded tanks 7 and 8 in Hambarita with IDR 78M (CHF 3,900). These 5,300L reservoirs complete our goal—8 out of 8 fully financed. Soon, clean water will flow for families in this remote region.

08.06.25—After months of preparation, construction of the 110m³ reservoir starts tomorrow in Hambarita! Over three months, we’ll work hard to bring clean water to a community where nothing yet exists. This is a major step forward!

05.06.25—We’ve begun building eight 5,000L ferro-cement tanks in Laindatang and Hambarita. The work is tough, and the region is remote, but we’re determined that 40,000L of clean water will soon support the most isolated families.

19.05.25 - Our 2024 accounts are officially approved by our certified Swiss auditor, without remarks, for the 16th year. Please read the full audit report on our documentation page. Accountability is our commitment.

13.05.25 - Menstruation is not shameful—it’s natural. Yet in ultra-rural Indonesia, girls lack access to hygiene, education, and support. Fair Future works to restore dignity and health. Please read our full article to understand and act.

05.05.25—Due to shipping document issues, the 2000++ SolarBuddy lamps for 24 schools in East Sumba are delayed. They are now expected to arrive in June. Despite the setback, we remain focused on delivering light to off-grid communities.

19.04.25—We’ve been in Surabaya for a week repairing the Truck of Life. Repairs are now complete! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped fund this essential vehicle—ready again to serve remote communities in need.

09.04.25—We fully  the 110,000L reservoir in Laindatang! CHF 12,642.13 (IDR 251.5M) was transferred for construction starting June 2025—clean water for Sumba Timur

26.03.25—All our field campaign posters are now available in English! While Indonesian remains the official version, we’ve translated it for better understanding. Click the link to view and share these essential materials.

20.03.25 - Today, Fair Future donated CHF 5,953 (IDR 111M) to fund the distribution of 2,250 SolarBuddy lamps across 24 ultra-rural schools and Village in East Sumba. This includes all related logistics to bring light where there's never been any.

20.03.25—Fair Future held a free medical care day in Kawangu. Over 150 people were treated, TB and malaria screenings were conducted, and young children were vaccinated. We also led health education and prevention efforts. It was a powerful day!

08.03.25 - On March 7, Fair Future allocated IDR 17M to renovate and build a new storage depot. It will safely house medical supplies and 2,250 SolarBuddy lamps arriving next month, ensuring better organization and protection for vital resources.

08.03.25 - On March 7, we allocated IDR 78M for two more 5,000L ferro-cement tanks in Hambarita. These are reservoirs 5 & 6 in our seven-tank project, starting May 2025, to ensure clean water for the entire village. Progress continues!

03.03.25 - On March 3, we allocated IDR 78M for two more 5,000L ferro-cement tanks in Hambarita. These are reservoirs 3 & 4 in a seven-tank project starting May 2025, ensuring clean water access for the entire region. Progress continues!

04.03.25—We’ve received 16 solar panels (2m x 1m) producing 5,000W of electricity! Huge thanks to Marc from Smart Tech in Denpasar for this generous donation, which will power essential humanitarian projects. A big step forward!

04.03.25—Discover Light Up the Future, our plan to distribute 2,224 solar lamps to 2,500 children in ultra-rural East Sumba. For the first time, they’ll have light at home. Yet 110 villages still lack electricity. Read the full document!

27.02.25 - We’ve allocated IDR 78M to build two 5,000L ferro-cement rainwater tanks in Hambarita. These will be part of a larger project with seven more tanks starting in May 2025, ensuring sustainable water access for the village.

27.02.25 - Great news! The tax-free import of 2,224 SolarBuddy lamps is officially approved. Shipment from Australia starts soon, with arrival in Surabaya in two weeks. A huge step for Fair Future—thank you all for your support!

20.02.25 - Our new Waste Kills poster exposes the deadly impact of pollution. Burning trash, plastic waste, and contaminated water poison lives. Act now: recycle, stop burning plastic, and protect nature. Change starts with you—every action counts!

10.02.25 - Fair Future’s new anti-smoking poster highlights the deadly impact of secondhand smoke, killing 1.2M people yearly. Lung cancer, heart disease, and asthma—no one is safe. Protect your family and community. Every breath matters!

12.02.25 - A groundbreaking project starts in May: a 110m³ rain-fed reservoir in Laindatang. This two-month humanitarian engineering feat will provide sustainable water access. We’re excited to share this major step forward with you!

05.02.25 - The World Meteorological Organization confirms 2024 as the warmest year on record. The past ten years have all ranked in the Top Ten, marking an alarming trend of escalating global temperatures and climate instability.

03.02.25 - To cover internet, electricity, and admin costs for Rumah Baik and Rumah Kambera, Fair Future allocated CHF 800 (IDR 14.6M). That’s all—nothing more. Every other franc goes directly to life-saving fieldwork. Transparency matters.

03.02.25 - Today, Fair Future transferred CHF 4,950 (IDR 82M) for a significant malaria study in a high-risk village. This research, part of the #ZeroMalaria program, aims to develop life-saving solutions for affected communities.

03.02.25 - Fair Future has transferred CHF 3,200 (IDR 57M) to acquire 300 insecticide-treated mosquito nets lasting 5+ years. These nets will protect families in East Sumba, significantly reducing malaria risks and saving lives.

22.01.25 - Lapinu’s children walk dangerous paths for just five liters of dirty water. In her 90-second testimony, Ibu Ester shares their daily struggle. Fair Future is bringing clean water—but we need you. Watch, share, and take action now!

21.01.25 - For 3 years, Katrina has fought for her village’s health. Lapinu’s 300 people suffer daily from contaminated water. Watch her 90-second testimony and support Fair Future’s urgent clean water project. Health and dignity start with action!

10.01.25 - Fair Future has transferred CHF 23,529 to fund Q2 of Primary Medical Care in Indonesia, saving lives in rural communities. The final quarter remains unfunded. Support us today to ensure this vital program continues uninterrupted. Thank you!

09.01.25 - Ahead of the arrival of 2,224 SolarBuddy lamps, we’ve created stickers for water reservoirs. These explain how to use the lamps and care for the reservoirs, ensuring long-term benefits for rural communities. Simple and effective!

08.01.25 - Fair Future combats poverty and inequality with clean water, healthcare, and education. Programs like Water Connections build resilience and save lives. Join us to empower ultra-rural communities and ensure health and dignity for all.

15.12.24 - You can now download a payment slip with a QR code to make donations directly to Fair Future’s Swiss account. It is quick, secure, and supports our life-saving programmes.

12.12.24 -Swiss Review (Magazine for the Swiss Abroad), published six times a year, offers interesting articles. Whether Swiss or not, abroad or local, it’s worth a read! Check out the latest one in PDF here.

12.12.24 - Kawan Sehat health agents treat hundreds monthly in East Sumba’s remote areas. See stunning images of recent cases in this life-saving programme. It’s incredible work that is making a huge impact.

11.12.24 - The Rumah Kambera warehouse is set to expand! By 2025, it will house medical supplies, 2,200 SolarBuddy lamps, and feature a small lab dedicated to detecting waterborne diseases. Check out our plans here.

05.11.24 - The Rotary Down Under magazine has published a 3-page feature on Fair Future Foundation (pages 41-43). We invite you to click this link to read more about our impactful work supporting vulnerable communities.

05.11.24 - Ayu and Alex are back from Surabaya with Truck n'Load, our new logistics vehicle. Soon, it will head to East Nusa Tenggara and East Sumba to strengthen support for our socio-medical programs in these remote regions.

In a detailed letter, Alex analyzes recent events affecting the Foundation and outlines strategic next steps for our socio-medical programs. Read his reflections and vision for continuing our vital work in rural Indonesia.

Alex and Ayu of Fair Future received the Paul Harris Fellow Award from Rotary International, acknowledging their tireless commitment to supporting underserved communities and improving lives in ultra-rural regions of Indonesia.