ChanceMaker Foundation

The ChanceMaker Foundation is committed to a just and liveable future in which all people can lead a self-determined life in harmony with the earth's natural resources. Founded in 2017 by Reinhold Knodel and his son Patrick Knodel, who heads the foundation as a board member, the non-profit organization supports inspiring “ChanceMakers” worldwide who know the social and ecological challenges of our time from their own experience and actively develop solutions for them.

With the aim of helping people to lead independent lives, the foundation promotes initiatives that combat poverty and create sustainable livelihoods. To date, over 600,000 people in 21 countries have received support, more than 2,300 hectares of land have been sustainably protected and over 44,000 young people have been given access to education.

PANDION AG is a founder of the ChanceMaker Foundation and supports the global initiatives with an annual donation of EUR 1 million and covers all of the foundation's administrative costs. In addition, PANDION matches all external donations from private individuals and organizations. Together we are working to create a fairer world for all.