WE HELP CHILDREN IN NEED,
AND THIS NEEDS TO CHANGE
AND THIS NEEDS TO CHANGE
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Every Child Is a Story Still Waiting to Be Written.
Every opportunity we create is a small opening — a chance for something new to begin.
A child’s story should be a path of growth, discovery, and dreams waiting to unfold.
Even in the hardest places, strength and beauty can rise — like a lotus through the mud.
A child’s story should be a path of growth, discovery, and dreams waiting to unfold.
Even in the hardest places, strength and beauty can rise — like a lotus through the mud.
About Padma Trust
Founded in 2003, Padma Trust was established by Gregor Kovacic with a mission to support children in need. Since its inception, the Trust has successfully funded and supported projects in Cambodia, China, India, Burkina Faso and Germany.
In ancient Indian language Sanskrit, Padma is the word for the lotus. The lotus flower grows out of the mud, yet no dirt clings to it. Similarly, children should be able to grow and thrive happily, despite difficult life circumstances. The Padma Foundation for Children supports projects around the world that aim to make this possible.
In ancient Indian language Sanskrit, Padma is the word for the lotus. The lotus flower grows out of the mud, yet no dirt clings to it. Similarly, children should be able to grow and thrive happily, despite difficult life circumstances. The Padma Foundation for Children supports projects around the world that aim to make this possible.
Since 2003
We help children turn difficult beginnings into stronger futures — one place, one opportunity, one story at a time.
- Access to EducationFrom Cambodia to India, we help build paths to learning where none existed — because knowledge opens doors.
- Safe Spaces for GrowthThrough local programs, we support environments where children can feel protected, valued, and seen.
- Empowering ResilienceEven in the hardest conditions, we believe in strengthening children’s ability to rise, adapt, and dream.
- Building CommunitiesBeyond individual help, our projects aim to weave stronger communities that nurture the next generation.
- Creating Chances for a New BeginningEvery child deserves the possibility of a future not defined by where they started — but by who they can become.
Our Mission
We empower children to build a better future.
Every child has the right to health, education, and protection from violence.
Every child has the right to health, education, and protection from violence.
Education
We promote access to schooling and support learning programs, giving children the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills that open the door to a better life.
Health
Through medical care and awareness campaigns, we help improve the health and well-being of children in underserved regions.
Nutrition and Basic Needs
No child should suffer from hunger. We provide children in need with meals and essential supplies, helping them grow up healthy and strong.
Protection and Safety
We work to protect children from violence and abuse and create safe spaces where they can find refuge and security.
Happy Weekends
A program designed to develop creative and diverse leisure activities for young people in the community, inspiring joy, connection, and new experiences.
Corporate Social Responsibility
When aiming for teambuilding, please consider activities with social impact. Together with the Bavarian Red Cross and BMW we facilitated growth and fun for up to 200 employees.
Padma Stiftung für Kinder
Haus des Stiftens
Landshuter Allee 11,
80637 München
089 744200-908
Padma.net
Haus des Stiftens
Landshuter Allee 11,
80637 München
089 744200-908
Padma.net
Padma Stiftung für Kinder
Bank für Sozialwirtschaft
IBAN DE43 7002 0500 3750 2400 24
BIC BFSWDE33MUE
Bank für Sozialwirtschaft
IBAN DE43 7002 0500 3750 2400 24
BIC BFSWDE33MUE
