Who we are
We work for freedom, shared prosperity, and security. We support change where it can bring real improvement – in the functioning of institutions, the development of communities, and people’s lives.
SFPL implements Polish development cooperation
Mission & Values
The decades of peace in Europe that followed the end of the Second World War led us to believe that freedom would last forever. Reality has proven that freedom is fragile and moments of peace are short.
Safety is crucial for personal independence and for the freedom to choose one’s own development path
That’s why we support the freedom, security and prosperity of our partners, especially in the countries of the Eastern Partnership: Belarus, Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia. We focus on the development of civil society, democratic transformation, free media, education and human rights.
Our programmes bring about lasting change – in institutions, legislation and public awareness – that continues to benefit our partners even after joint projects have ended.
Our Values
Acting together – this is our response to today’s challenges. We support our partners not only in times of crisis, but also in their everyday efforts for change. By investing in them, we also invest in peace, development and the security of the region – and of Poland.
We propose solutions based on thorough analysis and mutual understanding. Our goal is lasting impact – so that our partners can continue their work independently.
We acknowledge diversity. We work with respect for local norms, customs and values – always with openness and in the spirit of partnership.
We listen and understand. We take into account our partners’ experiences, history and needs. Together, we implement change step by step – in line with the local context and sensitivities.
Team
We are a State Treasury foundation operating under the Development Cooperation Act. The directions of our activities are set by the Foundation Council, while day-to-day work is managed by the Management Board appointed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland.
Management
Justyna is an expert in international cooperation. For over 20 years, she has been active in the NGO sector – including as Executive Director of the Polish-U.S. Fulbright Commission and President of the Education for Democracy Foundation. She is also a trainer, advisor, and participant in numerous international development programmes.
Teresa is a specialist in finance and social innovation. For over 30 years, she has been involved in the work of civil society organisations in Poland, the Balkans, and Eastern Europe. She is an experienced auditor, trainer, and advisor, particularly in the areas of social entrepreneurship and NGO capacity building.
Directors
marcin.prengowski[at]
solidarityfund.pl
agnieszka.orzechowska[at]
solidarityfund.pl
tomasz.horbowski[at]
solidarityfund.pl
pawel.kost[at]
solidarityfund.pl
justyna.kucuk[at]
solidarityfund.pl
Join Us
The foundations of our work are defined by the Development Cooperation Act and our statute.
