Dr Michael Hoppe, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the steps for children foundation, receives award as Entrepreneur of the Future
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Michael Hoppe, founder of the steps for children Foundation, has been awarded the seal of approval as “Entrepreneur of the Future”. This recognition honours his innovative spirit and his transformation into a modern leader.
The seal stands for
✔️ transparent conduct, clear values, open communication and social responsibility
✔️ emphasis on the crucial role of soft skills for a future-ready organisation
✔️ commitment to sustainable change and the long-term impact of our actions
This award is not only a personal recognition for Dr. Michael Hoppe, but also a testament to the shared commitment of the team of the steps for children Foundation in Germany and Namibia to innovation, transparency and social responsibility.
Let us shape the future together!
Congratulations to Dr. Michael Hoppe on this award
as Entrepreneur of the Future!
The steps for children Foundation
We enable children and young adults in southern Africa to break the cycle of poverty themselves through education and training.
Our goal is to create long-term income opportunities that offer people a secure life. Our activities are intended to be financially self-sustaining. We live our mission through entrepreneurial thinking and action and promote awareness in the local community of a self-determined way of life.
In the poorest regions of southern Africa, we focus on educational and training facilities for children, young people and adults. Orphaned children and families affected by poverty are given access to education, nutrition and medical care. As social entrepreneurs, we establish small businesses, create jobs and train our employees. The surpluses generated flow back into our facilities to finance their activities.
Our long-term goal is to become less dependent on donations and to achieve a social return by improving the lives of people in the local communities.


