KFUK-KFUM Global

What KFUK-KFUM Global does

KFUK-KFUM Global is a Norwegian non-profit solidarity and development organization headquartered in Oslo, wholly owned by Norges KFUK-KFUM and KFUK-KFUM-Speiderne. The organization works through 9 local YMCA and YWCA partner organizations in Kenya, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, South Sudan, Ethiopia, Palestine (Gaza, West Bank, East Jerusalem), and Bangladesh to deliver youth-focused programs to children and young people aged 13-30. Core offerings include mental health and psychosocial support, rights education, leadership training (LEAP Global), professional exchanges, economic empowerment (vocational training, savings groups), and the Aktivitetsfondet activity grant program. The organization also produces educational content through the Ressursbanken resource bank and tools like Handelsspillet and the Transformativ maskulinitet manual, and runs the Globalløp fundraising platform managed through Connect365.

The organization's business model combines individual donations from Norwegian supporters (one-time gifts and recurring monthly giving with no binding period), Norwegian government funding (NORAD information support, Norec exchange program grants), and partner co-funding. Distribution occurs through local partner organizations that implement programs on the ground, supported by the Norwegian KFUK-KFUM movement network. The organization cites annual impact of 3,000 youth receiving mental health support, 5,000 receiving rights training, 30,000+ youth reached, and 100,000 people influenced.

Operationally, KFUK-KFUM Global has 26 employees and will be formally integrated as a division within KFUK-KFUM Norge effective July 1, 2026, consolidating its international solidarity work into the parent Norwegian movement. The organization is a member of the Norwegian fundraising oversight body (Innsamlingskontrollen) and is part of the global YMCA (founded 1844) and YWCA (founded 1855) federations that collectively reach 70 million children, youth, and women across 140+ countries. Leadership includes Acting Managing Director Kristin Bjørå and Program Advisor Joachim Wallentin.

Name

KFUK-KFUM Global

Legal name

KFUK-KFUM Global

Website

https://kfuk-kfum-global.no

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

KFUK-KFUM Global is a Norwegian non-profit, owned by Norges KFUK-KFUM and KFUK-KFUM-Speiderne, that partners with 9 local YMCA/YWCA organizations across Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia to deliver youth mental health support, rights education, leadership training, and economic empowerment programs to young people aged 13-30.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International Youth Development & Humanitarian NGO Services

NAICS

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Grantmaking and Giving Services (81321), Grantmaking Foundations (813211)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

International & Local Implementing NGOs (HLAJAKAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

International Grantmaking & Development Foundations (BPAGAKAH), International Development & Donor-Funded Education Programs (EDADALAB)

Keywords

• Youth development programs
• International solidarity organization
• Humanitarian development NGO
• Charitable donations fundraising
• International exchange programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Oslo

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: The organization generates revenue primarily through individual donations from supporters in Norway. Donation options include one-time gifts at preset amounts (150 kr, 250 kr, 500 kr) or custom amounts, as well as recurring monthly giving programs (fastgiverordning). There is no binding period for the recurring donation program.
2. Activity Fund (Aktivitetsfondet): Grants to youth groups, young leaders, and organizations for activities related to democracy, peace, and global engagement. Funding ranges from 1,000-30,000 kr per project, funded by Norad information support.
3. Government Funding: The organization receives funding from Norwegian government sources including NORAD for development projects and information work, and Norrc for exchange programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

KFUK-KFUM Global is a Norwegian solidarity and development organization that funds and supports youth empowerment programs delivered through local YWCA and YMCA partner organizations in 7–9 countries across East Africa, the Middle East, South Asia, and Southern Africa. Its portfolio includes leadership training (LEAP Global), activity grants (Aktivitetsfondet, 1,000–30,000 NOK), international exchanges, mental health and rights education, educational resources (Ressursbanken), annual solidarity campaigns (Globalaksjonen/Globalløp), and advocacy programs such as Journey for Justice in Palestine.

Product overview

KFUK-KFUM Global operates as a solidarity and development organization offering a portfolio of youth-focused programs and services rather than a unified tech product. The core offerings include LEAP Global (leadership training), Globalløp/Global Challenge (fundraising activities managed through Connect365), Aktivitetsfondet (grant program), Ressursbanken (educational resources), and international exchange programs. The organization also produces educational materials and runs advocacy programs like Journey for Justice. Key impact metrics include reaching 3,000 youth with mental health support, 5,000 with rights education, and 100,000 people annually across partner countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Aktivitetsfondet: Activity fund that provides financial support to engaging activities for children and youth focused on global themes such as democracy and peace.
• Globalløp
• Globalaksjonen
• LEAP Global (Lead, Engage and Act for Peace)

Products and services

• LEAP Global (Lead, Engage and Act for Peace)

Quantifiable outcome

• 3,000 young people receive mental health support annually
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• YWCA KenyacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2004YWCA Kenya has been a partner since 2004. They work to empower young women and girls through skills development, access to safe spaces, and political engagement. They also work on preventing radicalization and extremism among youth, and climate adaptation. YWCA Kenya has 7 offices covering 21 of 47 counties in Kenya.
• Ilula YWCA (Tanzania)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIlula YWCA provides recreational activities, schooling, vocational training, and opportunities for children and youth. They run a 3-year program for young mothers, have 4,700 scouts meeting weekly, and operate savings and loan groups (VIKOBA). Focus areas include climate-smart agriculture and youth empowerment.
• Youth Peacemakers Tanzania (YPM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYPM creates arenas for young people to experience safety, develop, and contribute to societal change. They work with Peacemaker Groups on climate justice, democracy, economic justice, and SDGs. They maintain close collaboration with local and regional authorities in Tanga region.
• YMCA EthiopiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYMCA Ethiopia is a youth-focused development organization strengthening young people through skills development, political engagement, and economic opportunities. They have 6 offices in Ethiopia, with the exchange participant stationed in Addis Ababa.
• YWCA South SudancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYWCA South Sudan is a civil society organization working for young women and girls to take their place at the negotiation table and in leadership through safe spaces and skills building. They are a sending partner for the exchange program.
• YGlobal UgandacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYGlobal Uganda operates in Kiryandongo refugee settlement, providing child art therapy, psychosocial support, vocational training, and Peacemaker Groups for refugees from South Sudan and Sudan. In 2024: 1,352 refugees received psychosocial support, 32 youth completed vocational training, 5,000 reached through mental health campaigns.
• YGlobal South SudancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYGlobal South Sudan is KFUK-KFUM Global's country office focusing on organizations for people with disabilities. The 'Together for Inclusion' program provides training on rights, SDGs, and GBV prevention. In 2024: 573 received counseling, 101 participated in savings groups, 9,525 reached through campaigns.
• South Africa YMCAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSouth Africa YMCA has a rich history of contributing to community development and youth engagement, supporting young people through education, unemployment, and health challenges. They work on gender-based violence prevention and transformative masculinity programs.
• Gaza YMCAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGaza YMCA was established in 1952 and is one of few Christian youth organizations on Gaza. Before the war, they regularly gathered over 1,000 young people for activities, provided leadership training, and operated inclusive programs for people with disabilities. The organization has been heavily impacted by the ongoing conflict.
• East Jerusalem YMCAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEast Jerusalem YMCA was founded in 1949 and operates rehabilitation centers across the West Bank. They provide psychosocial support, mental health services, and rehabilitation for youth affected by political violence, including those who have been detained. In 2023 they operated 7 rehabilitation centers, with 81% of youth reporting coping strategies for difficult experiences.
• Palestina YWCAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYWCA Palestine was established in 1918 in Jerusalem and operates in Jerusalem, Ramallah, and Jericho. They run Safe Spaces for youth, focus on women's and girls' empowerment, education access, economic development, and human rights. In 2024 they established a youth group with 30 participants.
• Joint Advocacy Initiative (JAI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJAI works for the end of the Israeli occupation of Palestine based on humanitarian and Christian values. They organize the Journey for Justice program, have trained 1,000+ youth in international law and political advocacy, and have planted 47,000 olive trees to protect Palestinian land.
• Bangladesh YWCAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYWCA Bangladesh was founded in 1961. They operate free schools (grades 1-5) with health checks, run youth groups on topics including girls' education, SRHR, menstrual health, gender-based violence, and climate. They distribute dignity kits and work on climate adaptation.
• KFUK-KFUM NorgecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKFUK-KFUM Norge (Norwegian YWCA/YMCA) is the owner of KFUK-KFUM Global along with KFUK-KFUM-Speiderne. They reach more than 30,000 children and youth annually through Forandringshuset, folk high schools, tensing, and sports programs.
• KFUK-KFUM-Speiderne (KFUK-KFUM Scouts)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKFUK-KFUM-Speiderne is one of Norway's largest Christian children's and youth organizations with over 8,000 members in 200 groups across the country. They are co-owner of KFUK-KFUM Global and participate in annual Globalaksjonen fundraising campaign.
• World YMCAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorld YMCA is the global federation of YMCA movements, present in 140+ countries reaching 70 million people. Founded in 1844, it is one of the world's largest and oldest movements.
• World YWCAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorld YWCA is the global federation of YWCA movements, operating in 125 countries. Founded in 1855 in London, it is the world's largest feminist movement and one of the oldest.
• Kirkenes Verdensråd (Church of Norway's Council on Ecumenical and International Relations)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Church of Norway co-sponsors the Ecumenical Accompaniment Programme in Palestine and Israel (EAPPI), which sends international observers to accompany Palestinian and Israeli peacemakers working non-violently for an end to occupation.
• ChangemakerminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChangemaker developed Handelsspillet (The Trade Game), an interactive game about the global trading system used by KFUK-KFUM Global for educational activities with youth groups.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Plan International Norway: Plan International Norway is a Norwegian member of the global Plan International federation focused on children's rights, gender equality, and youth empowerment in developing countries. It is directly comparable as a Norwegian-based solidarity organization delivering youth-focused international development programs funded by Norwegian donors and government grants.
• Norwegian People's Aid (Norsk Folkehjelp): Norsk Folkehjelp is a Norwegian solidarity and humanitarian organization running international development, refugee, and youth programs funded by Norwegian government grants and donations. Closely comparable in structure, funding profile (NORAD), and solidarity/development mission.
• Strømmestiftelsen: Strømmestiftelsen is a Norwegian development organization funding partner-led projects across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Comparable in funding model (NORAD information support, individual donations), partner-based delivery, and small Norwegian headquarters staff supporting field implementation.
• World YWCA: World YWCA is the global federation of national YWCA movements, present in 125 countries and operating as the world's largest feminist movement. Direct organizational peer as the global network of which KFUK-KFUM Global is a national-level implementing member on the YWCA side.
• World YMCA: World YMCA is the global federation of national YMCA movements, operating in 140+ countries. As the parent federation of the YMCA side of KFUK-KFUM Global's network, it is a direct organizational peer in mission, network scale, and youth-focused global programming.
• Save the Children Norway: Save the Children Norway operates as a Norwegian member of the global Save the Children network, delivering rights-based programs for children and youth globally. Comparable in mission scope, Norwegian donor base, NORAD funding exposure, and partner-driven delivery model in fragile contexts.
• Right To Play International: Right To Play is an international NGO using sport and play to protect and empower children and youth in disadvantaged communities. Comparable in youth-focused empowerment methodology, partnership-based delivery in developing countries, and Northern government funding exposure.
• SOS Children's Villages Norway: SOS Children's Villages Norway is a Norwegian member of the SOS Children's Villages federation, delivering child and youth welfare and development programs internationally. Comparable in federation-based partner model, Norwegian donor base, and focus on vulnerable children and youth.

Broad incumbents

• Norwegian Red Cross: The Norwegian Red Cross is a much larger Norwegian humanitarian organization operating internationally. Comparable in NORAD/Norec funding relationship, donor-driven revenue model, and focus on vulnerable populations, though it operates at significantly greater scale across multiple program areas.
• UNICEF Norway: UNICEF Norway is the Norwegian national committee for UNICEF, focusing on children's rights globally. Comparable in youth-focused development mission, Norwegian donor mobilization, and government partnership, though it operates as a UN-affiliated body at significantly larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/kmglobal
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kfuk-kfum-global

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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