Volunteer Programs - Forever

Support us so we can empower the Balinese communities to build their own future.

We support Balinese communities to unlock their full potential by giving them better access to education and the resources to create their own path and a sustainable future. WE NEED YOUR HELP! In order to grow, to develop and to sustain we need your help!

By allowing better access to education, pre-employment programs and creating job opportunities outside the tourism sector, Volunteer Programs Forever empowers selected Balinese communities to develop a thriving future resilient towards the risk of epidemics and natural disasters.
We do so by creating long term solutions through different frameworks such as Soul Projects, Fundraisers and Bali Touch, this all together with our worldwide Forever Network.

Forever Mission
Volunteer Programs Forever empowers Balinese communities by providing access to knowledge and creating learning opportunities supporting them to reach their fullest potential. The organisation does this through the frameworks of Fundraiser Friends, Soul Projects and the affiliated brand Bali Touch, all specifically designed to create sustainable solutions. In collaboration with the Balinese people, Volunteer Programs Forever develops every strategy in line with the culture and local traditions that make every community unique to its own. With a skillset resilient to future knockouts, underprivileged communities are more likely to flourish independently and transform their future.
Everything achieved is thanks to and in collaboration with the global Forever Network. Whether it is the hands-on volunteers in one of the projects, remote contributors or business collaborations ensuring job employment, each and every member of our Forever Network makes a big difference in empowering the underprivileged in Bali.
Collaboration is the cornerstone of our approach.

With YOUR donation we can make a true difference to those in need. Every little bit helps and together we can make that difference. By donating toward VP Forever YOU become part of OUR community and together we are united around the world. Volunteer Programs Forever is always looking to expand to new locations with new projects. By implementing the same methods of working and gaining information from local resources we will be able to support more communities to reach their fullest potential. To achieve this, we need structural funding.

Who is Volunteer Programs Forever?
Volunteer Programs Forever is not an average non-profit organisation. Our approach is very different. We act locally but think globally, thanks to our worldwide Forever Network. Established by volunteers worldwide, bringing together broad expertise, resources and various cultures, the network is built by individuals, organisations and businesses all dedicated to donating their valuable time and skills to create innovative and viable solutions to empower underprivileged communities in Bali.

Volunteer Programs Forever was founded in 2015 by Belgian Kimberley Vanderheyden after successfully running the pilot project Volunteer Programs Bali, established in 2012.
Kimberley comes from a business background and is passionate about giving back to underprivileged communities. An advocate for children and animals, she made it her mission to create educational opportunities and employment outside the tourism sector to empower local Balinese communities to build a sustainable future.
"In a world where we are already divided through society, we must remember to unite. We can only do so much alone, but together, we can accomplish more." -Kimberley Vanderheyden, Founder

Forever Vision
We believe in the power of uniting people worldwide to help fight poverty. By bringing together our expertise and skill set to develop educational programs and create job opportunities outside the tourism sector, we aim to break the cycle of poverty and nurture underprivileged Balinese communities to reach their fullest potential.

Collaboration is the cornerstone of our approach.
Balinese culture is very diverse and deeply rooted in traditions and beliefs. Here, society is based on communal values and closely knit family structures, making it common for collective decisions to be taken. Thus, understanding the local customs, norms, and religious practices is vital for engaging with the communities.
With ten years of experience developing projects across the island, our Forever Team is prepared to adjust to a different pace. We take the time to build relationships within the villages as we know that rushing initiatives without considering local perspectives can lead to resistance and ineffective outcomes.
As traditional structures play a significant role in community dynamics, we know it is crucial to include the local Banjar in larger projects to win the support and cooperation of the whole neighbourhood. Collaborating with local leaders and authorities often helps to bridge the gap between traditional practices and the transition towards future dynamics.
Whereas the support of community members is crucial, it is furthermore significant to pay attention to cultural rituals and events when initiating projects. Balinese ceremonies often require extended preparations and financial commitments. Hence aligning our activities with the Balinese calendar is very important. By incorporating cultural practises into our strategies, Volunteer Programs Forever paves the way to foster acceptance and engagement within the community whilst striving to support sustainable change.

Empowering communities in Bali to build their own future.
The local organisation VP Bali was established in 2012, running Forever Learning Centres in seven underprivileged communities in Bali. They were the backbone of the organisation, offering free English classes through an international volunteer network. Until the Forever Learning Centres closed their doors due to Covid-19 restrictions, they successfully provided 300 scholarships, 250 local employments and allowed more than 2000 volunteers to give back to underprivileged communities in Bali.
The pandemic made the founder, Kimberley Vanderheyden, realise that offering English classes was not enough to break the poverty cycle and that the focus needed to be adjusted. Proficient in change-making, she decided to concentrate on immediate relief such as food packages, health classes and providing homeschooling. As the pandemic continued, she created the Forever Label to offer job opportunities to members of underprivileged communities outside of the tourism sector. The Forever Label successfully sold local products such as jewellery and accessories in Europe, with all profits used to continue with the immediate relief.
Due to this experience and immense success, Kimberley Vanderheyden decided it was time to step up and expand the organisation’s focus by working towards skill training and employment outside of the tourism sector. Thus, she founded the new brand Bali Touch, to broaden the product line and continue to offering local job opportunities.
The pandemic also implemented the idea of Soul Projects, designed as a stepping stone towards a sustainable future. Soul Projects are targeted fundraisers created to support individual members of underprivileged communities and aimed to bring immediate relief to overcome personal challenges.

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