On October 3rd, 2025, YCAB Foundation held a special event at Melati Glass House, Plataran Senayan, to celebrate 26 years of impact and unveil its vision for the next chapter. The evening also marked the official introduction of Nathan’s Foundation, a new strategic partner committed to supporting YCAB’s mission of empowering youth and communities through education and innovation.
The event opened with remarks from Veronica Colondam, Founder of YCAB Foundation, who reflected on YCAB’s journey and introduced key initiatives moving forward. She was joined by representatives from Juara Capital and PNM Investment Management, YCAB’s partners in impact investing, who shared insights into their collaboration and the potential of combining financial sustainability with social impact.
The evening continued with a partner testimony session hosted by Veronica, featuring panelists from HSBC Indonesia, UPS Foundation, and Maybank Indonesia. Each organization spoke about their partnership with YCAB and the importance of supporting scalable, community-driven solutions. As a gesture of appreciation, YCAB presented tokens of recognition to honor the contributions of its partners, whose support enables thousands of women and children across Indonesia to thrive.
A key highlight of the evening was the introduction of Nathan’s Foundation. The session was led by Adelle Odelia Tanuri, Secretary General of YCAB Foundation, who shared the story behind this new partnership. Philip Tjiptodihardjo, Founder of Nathan’s Foundation, then spoke about the foundation’s origin and purpose, followed by Haryanto Tjiptodihardjo, Board Member, who outlined the foundation’s future plans, including the development of HOPE School, a learning center designed to empower young adults with special needs.
The event was attended by notable guests including Sherly Tjoanda, Ari Wibowo, and Yakup Hasibuan. As the evening closed, attendees took part in a symbolic celebration to honor YCAB’s 26-year legacy and to welcome Nathan’s Foundation into the journey ahead, focused on shaping a more inclusive and impactful future for children and youth in Indonesia.
To conclude the evening on a high note, Bali United announced the donation of a FIFA-standard football field to North Maluku. This initiative is expected to support local talent development and open up new opportunities for young athletes to represent Indonesia on the national and global stage.
As YCAB Foundation embraces the future, the night stood as a testament to the power of shared purpose and long-term collaboration. With the continued support of its partners and the introduction of new initiatives, YCAB Foundation remains steadfast in its mission to empower lives and create a more inclusive, impactful future for Indonesia. The night may have ended, but the mission continues, stronger, bolder, and more united than ever.