Annual report
Because every person matters
William, a pastor and farmer in Tanzania, used to struggle to feed his family. Today, his farm thrives, and he trains other farmers in his village. His story of hope is one of many in our Annual Report 2025.
At Dorcas, we make a difference for that one person in need. That conviction drove our founder, Dirk-Jan Groot, and his wife Janneke – interviewed in this report – and it still shapes everything we do. In 2025, we deepened our impact through locally led programmes, stronger partnerships and a sharper focus on quality and accountability. We enter 2026 with our new strategy focused on empowering local communities, driving innovation and creating lasting impact for those in need.
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Our annual report provides a comprehensive overview of Dorcas' work, impact and finances. Explore the full report online or download the PDF version.
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Our impact in 2025
We can only do our work thanks to the community of people who stand with us: donors, volunteers, churches, businesses, shop customers and networks. Together, we form a movement built on compassion, commitment and shared purpose.
- 5,051 households with higher income.
- 3,687 households with higher food security.
- 5 communities with higher climate resilience.
- 15,084 people with higher empowerment score.
- 30,161 households with higher access to basic services.
- 10,468 people supported by community.
- 36,193 people who feel more secure.
- 95 advocacy messages taken into account.
Summary of reach and financials
Behind every number are individuals whose life changed because we empowered local communities, drove innovation and created lasting impact. We supported families in the Middle East rebuild livelihoods amid conflict and crisis. In Eastern Africa, we brought clean water and climate-resilient farming to communities in need. And in Eastern Europe, we enabled communities to support people in vulnerable situations and restore their dignity and hope.
This was made possible thanks to donors, churches, volunteers, businesses and local partners who chose to act. You make this work possible. Thank you!
Reports and downloads
Strategic plan
Do you want to find out more about our plans for the future? Then take a look at our strategic plan.