About Us
WHO WE ARE
The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is a 501(c)(3) international nonprofit founded in 2001. We provide education and safe homes to impoverished children in Indonesia, Kenya, and Thailand through our five IHF Centers. We function entirely through the efforts of unpaid volunteers, sponsors, donors, and an Executive Leadership team from all over the world. For over twenty years, IHF has offered children and adults (from young through retirement) venues for learning and safely practicing leadership skills.
OUR MISSION
Our two-fold mission is (1) to educate marginalized children, activating their highest potential and nurturing healthy, loving communities around them, and (2) to Educate global citizens through communication and real life experiences, (online and in person), about the realities of marginalized communities; while teaching practical skills in aiding needed efforts, thus giving voice to the voiceless. The happiness of our world’s children rises above all political and religious differences and equates to the quality of our world’s happiness tomorrow.
OUR VISION
To develop global leaders with cross-cultural experiences, and respect for different cultures, from differing socioeconomic backgrounds, who are equipped to make decisions that serve and positively impact, promote, and protect the dignity and humanity of people everywhere.
OUR EIGHT CORE VALUES
1. Children always come first
We exist first and foremost to meet the needs of the children we serve.
2. Education empowers.
We believe that education unlocks the door to greater potential and empowers people to make good decisions that lead to a brighter future for all of humankind.
3. Honesty is the only policy.
Authenticity, sincerity, and transparency are not only paramount, they’re non-negotiable.
4. Lead by example
We don’t point the finger and wait for others to take action, or only lead with our words; we are always ready to get our hands dirty and to show others how it’s done.
5. Celebrate Differences.
There’s a reason we see differently, our differences are not a liability, they are our strength.
6. Preserve culture.
We are not here to impose our cultural values on others, we are here to learn as much as we are here to give. We encourage others to discover and protect the inherent value of other cultures.
7. Leave your mark.
Each person has something to contribute, each person can leave this world a little better than they found it. The best way to leave your mark is by serving others.
8. Pass it on
Every child in IHF takes the 'Pass It On' vow seriously as they grow up. Our IHF volunteers also pass on their life blessings, teaching and sharing with children who may not otherwise have access to quality education, nutrition and safe housing.
PASS IT ON AND MAKE A LASTING IMPACT