As a Certified B Corp, 24Slides continually seeks new ways to create a positive, long-term impact in the communities surrounding us. Whether it’s charity work, green awareness campaigns, or free, market-relevant courses, 24Slides DNA has always been laser-focused on building something beyond just presentations.
In June 2024, a unique opportunity arose to further enhance our impact.
A little over a year ago, 24Slides entered a pro-bono partnership with SOS Children’s Villages Denmark, one of the world’s largest organizations dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and strengthening families. What began as a shared belief in the power of communication soon evolved into a partnership founded on purpose, collaboration, and tangible impact.
Now, with almost a year and a half working together, we want to celebrate this amazing partnership that is helping us show how businesses can be a force for good.
Giving Voice to Good Causes
Great impact needs great storytelling. And for organizations like SOS Children’s Villages, clear communication isn’t a nice-to-have—it’s essential.
As Carl Gustav Lorentzen, Head of Partnerships at SOS Children’s Villages Denmark, shared:
“Our work relies heavily on committed partners, whose support is essential to achieving a positive impact for children and young people. 24Slides helps us communicate our work clearly and persuasively, making it easier to engage these partners. Beyond that, the service saves us time and effort, allowing us to focus on tasks and initiatives that directly benefit the children and families we support.”
24Slides had previously offered its presentation design services pro bono to NGOs and charitable organizations worldwide through our annual SlideAid program. Whether it’s fundraising, reporting, or sharing progress with stakeholders, 24Slides is happy to put its expertise at the service of great causes and help amplify their impact.
The partnership signed with SOS Children’s Villages Denmark, however, was the very first long-format pro-bono contract, not limited to a specific project or timeline. The work done by such a crucial organization doesn’t stop in just a season, and it was the next logical step in our goal to Design a Better Future, to pledge ourselves to supporting them in making the world a better place—not just for a month, but as an ongoing commitment.
Growing Impact, Together
As the partnership developed and SOS Children’s Villages was able to utilize its free subscription model, the program naturally expanded to include SOS Children’s Villages Ukraine as one of the sites of 24Slides’ offices.
For 24Slides, this evolution wasn’t just about scale; it was about connection. Our purpose has always been to empower people—both our clients and our own teams—through meaningful work. That’s why we pay special attention to the communities surrounding our opera, looking for ways to extend our support where it matters most.
Supporting SOS Children’s Villages Ukraine allowed us to stand behind the incredible people working to protect children affected by war, while also giving our global team a sense of direct contribution to a cause that resonates deeply with us.
But the reach of this partnership was not the only thing that grew—so did our involvement.
Having the privilege of working alongside SOS Children’s Villages and witnessing firsthand the impact they made only motivated us to participate even more actively in supporting their work. Soon, our partnership evolved into not only pro-bono presentation design, but also direct donation to both SOS Children’s Villages Ukraine and Peru, both sites of 24Slides’ offices.
By linking our existing charity campaigns—such as the Global Challenge and Black Week initiative—to the partnership, we were able to support the communities surrounding our colleagues even more directly, and in turn, create a bigger ripple effect.
What started as a pro-bono collaboration grew into a global partnership of empathy and empowerment, reminding us that every design, every project, and every initiative can help build a stronger, more connected world.
One Year of Impact at a Glance
Through this first year of our partnership with Children’s Villages, 24Slides has provided:
Combining the pro bono presentation design support and direct financial donations, the total impact value generated by this partnership amounts to $13,655.
Beyond the numbers, this figure represents stronger communication for teams on the ground, time saved for those focused on helping children and families, and tangible support for vital projects in Ukraine and Peru. It’s a clear reminder that when creativity and purpose come together, even a single year of collaboration can make a difference.
Purpose Drives Performance
At 24Slides, we believe business can and should be a force for good. This partnership has been a living example of that philosophy.
For us, it’s more than just philanthropy—it’s a strategic commitment to using our craft to support organizations shaping a better future. As a company committed to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, partnerships like this enable us to maximize our impact and move closer to our goal of Designing a Better Future.
Here’s to Many More Years of Impact
This first year and a half marks the beginning of a long-term journey. As we look ahead, we’re excited to continue strengthening this partnership—exploring volunteer opportunities, expanding support, and finding new ways to amplify the work of the people changing lives every single day.
To the SOS Children’s Villages teams in Denmark, Ukraine, and Peru: thank you for your trust, collaboration, and tireless work. It’s a privilege to support your mission.
And to our 24Sliders: thank you for bringing passion, purpose, and heart to every slide and every initiative. This impact is yours, too.
One year down. Many more to go. Here’s to designing change, together.