tesa donates 1.146 million euros to Save the Children
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tesa is continuing its long-standing partnership with Save the Children and supporting the children's rights organization with an additional 1.146 million euros through the end of 2025. The funds will go toward selected education and emergency relief projects in Germany, Vietnam, Türkiye, Latin America, and other countries. With a total donation of more than three million euros, tesa underscores its sustained commitment to disadvantaged children worldwide.
Education is a prerequisite for sustainable development, the reduction of global poverty, and peaceful coexistence. It is a universal human right and the prerequisite for a self-determined life. Yet many children worldwide are denied this opportunity or see it severely limited by crises, conflicts, and other emergency situations. The international non-governmental organization Save the Children has been working for the rights and protection of children worldwide for more than 100 years.
Since 2020, tesa has stood alongside Save the Children and supported the organization in its work. With the continued partnership under the motto " A Strong Bond for Education – Together Worldwide“, the joint commitment to children in need has been expanded. "The best investment in the future is investing in the education of our children," emphasizes Norman Goldberg, CEO of tesa. "Through our commitment, we extend a helping hand to children facing tremendous challenges – in Germany and around the world.” Florian Westphal, CEO of Save the Children Germany, adds: “Children often tell us how much school means to them and that our support gives them greater confidence and courage. Investments in education are crucial for the long-term development of every child and every country. We thank tesa for their valuable contribution.”
Global reach with local relevance
The funding encompasses various programs: Save the Children's global "Safe Back to School and Learning" initiative enables children to continue learning safely after crises or conflicts. Barriers to education are removed and access to school is facilitated through targeted programs.
A child’s educational achievement still closely tied to their social background in Germany as well. The MakerLabs project teaches digital skills to children and young people aged six to 18 alongside education professionals, helping them actively participate in the digital world. The donation will help reach more than 38,000 children in schools, libraries, and youth centers by the end of 2025.
Instead of a formal donation handover, tesa and Save the Children came up with something special: Employees worldwide sent in colorful handprints as part of the "Get Creative for a Cause" campaign, which artist Diego Beyró transformed into a work of art – a symbol of the shared commitment to education and the strong partnership between both organizations.
Information about Save the Children can be found here (opens in a new window or tab).
