The Staatsolie Foundation for Community Development supports projects that improve lives, strengthen communities and create lasting opportunities for people throughout Suriname. By investing in education, healthcare, community development and support for vulnerable groups, the Foundation helps build a more resilient and inclusive society.
The Staatsolie Foundation for Community Development was established as part of Staatsolie’s Corporate Social Investment approach to strengthen the company’s contribution to Suriname’s social development. The Foundation operates independently under its own board, which includes both Staatsolie employees and external members, allowing it to focus specifically on projects that generate meaningful and sustainable social impact.
The Foundation provides financial support to initiatives that address real community needs and contribute to long-term development. Rather than offering short-term solutions, it focuses on projects that tackle underlying challenges and create lasting benefits for communities. Supported initiatives are expected to be well planned, sustainable, and capable of delivering measurable impact over time.
Over the years, the Foundation has contributed to a wide range of initiatives, including school renovations, healthcare improvements, educational programmes, vocational training, community facilities and projects that improve the quality of life for vulnerable groups. By working together with community organizations, non-profit institutions and local partners, the Foundation ensures that projects are rooted in local needs and deliver meaningful results.
Collaboration is central to the Foundation’s approach. Successful projects are built on partnerships between applicants, beneficiaries, communities and the Foundation itself. This collaborative model helps maximize impact, strengthens local ownership and contributes to solutions that remain valuable long after project implementation has been completed.
As part of Staatsolie’s broader commitment to responsible and sustainable development, the Foundation continues to invest in initiatives that empower people, strengthen communities and contribute to Suriname’s long-term social progress.
Education
Staatsolie Foundation for Community Development supported the renovation of classrooms, practical training spaces and sanitary facilities at Openbare Nijverheidsschool. The project helps create a safer, more functional and more practical learning environment for students and teachers.
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Education
Staatsolie Foundation for Community Development supported the renovation of the sanitary facilities at John Monkouschool. The project helped improve hygiene, comfort and basic facilities for students and teachers.
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Education
Staatsolie Foundation for Community Development supported the renovation of O.S. Gijsbertus. The project improved classrooms, sanitary facilities, drainage, lighting and other key parts of the school, creating a safer and more comfortable learning environment for students and teachers.
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Education
Staatsolie Foundation for Community Development supported the renovation of O.S. 2 Livorno. The project helped improve the school building and created a safer, more child-friendly and more pleasant learning environment for students, teachers and staff.
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Socially Vulnerable
Staatsolie supported Stichting Matoekoe with the realization of a new practice space for children, young people and young adults with developmental challenges. The new building provides a safer and more suitable environment for creative learning activities such as pottery and candle making.
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Healthcare
Staatsolie Foundation supported Stichting Wiesje with a major contribution toward the realization of new residential units for people living with dementia in Suriname. The project helps expand specialized care capacity and creates a safer, more suitable living environment for residents who need daily support and guidance.
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Education • Capacity Building
Staatsolie Foundation supported Stichting Kinderuniversiteit Suriname with educational materials and mobile workshops, helping children aged 6 to 12 discover science, technology and critical thinking in an accessible way.
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