Annual report

Our goal: more human dignity

A future in which the place of birth no longer determines a life in dignity - this is the vision on which Sign of Hope bases its work. Because every human being has the right to lead a self-determined life in dignity. Despite global challenges, Sign of Hope 2024 continued to work towards this goal. The 2024 annual report is currently only available in German. The English version will be published here at a later date.

Help for 1.5 million people 

Major challenges we faced last year were armed conflicts, natural disasters and the consequences of climate change. In East Africa in particular, countless people lost their livelihoods due to extreme weather conditions such as droughts or floods and do not have enough to eat. Due to Russian war of aggression, millions of Ukrainians are still dependent on humanitarian aid. Our emergency aid helped people in their difficult situation.

But despite these hurdles, Sign of Hope reached 1.5 million people with 81 projects in 19 countries in the reporting year 2024. Through its 106 employees and around 50 local partner organisations, it was possible to provide emergency relief in acute emergencies, sustainable development cooperation and human rights work. In addition, 21 petitions on the topic of human rights were carried out in 19 countries.

Sincere thanks go to our supporters who have made our efforts possible. A total of 15.9 million euros was raised through donations as well as institutional grants for the work of Sign of Hope 2024. 

Insights into implemented projects

Many families, especially in the southern regions of the country, are suffering from the effects of severe drought. We support people in Ethiopia through water and agricultural projects as well as food aid.

The most meaningful way to help people in Armenia is to empower them to actively improve their own situation – for example, through livestock farming. That’s why we support families by providing them with sheep. The animals enable people to provide for themselves and generate a small income.

The Karamoja region is one of the poorest in the country. At the Sign of Hope health center in Kosike, we provide people in Uganda with access to urgently needed medical care. Last year, the inpatient ward was significantly expanded with a new wing.

The horrors of war in Ukraine are especially devastating for older people and children. We support those affected in Ukraine with psychosocial assistance, winterized shelters, relief supplies, and heating materials.

Important facts at a glance

Of every euro donated, 90 ct benefits our statutory work. More about this on p. 13 of our Annual Report 2024.

All annual reports

Sign of Hope spent a total of 16,3 million euros in 2024. Of this, 14,7 million euros went toward our statutory work.

The independent auditing firm WISTA AG has issued an unqualified audit opinion on the annual financial statements and management report of Sign of Hope e.V. for the reporting year 2024. This opinion can be found in the Annual Report 2024 on page 29.

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