Caucasus Cooperation – ccfyd.ch
Purpose & Strategy
How We Create Impact and Take Responsibility
The Caucasus Cooperation Foundation for Youth Development (CCFYD) pursues a clearly defined purpose and a long-term strategy. Together, they form the foundation of our non-profit work and ensure that our projects are implemented effectively, sustainably and responsibly.
Our Purpose
The purpose of CCFYD is to promote the holistic development of children and young people. We support young people in their physical, emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual development and help strengthen their individual abilities and future opportunities in a sustainable way.
Our commitment extends across international contexts and includes both formal and non-formal education, as well as intercultural exchange. The geographical focus of our work lies in the South Caucasus, particularly in Georgia.
CCFYD is a non-profit foundation and operates on a not-for-profit basis. The foundation is politically and religiously neutral. To fulfil its purpose, CCFYD may initiate and implement its own projects, support existing initiatives, participate in activities with similar objectives and, where necessary, acquire property.
Our Strategy
To fulfil its purpose effectively, CCFYD focuses its financial and human resources on carefully selected areas of action. Our strategic approach ensures that resources are directed where they can create the greatest long-term benefit for children and young people.
Strategic Priorities
The foundation focuses in particular on:
- Funding projects that benefit children and young people
- Supporting and guiding projects throughout their implementation
- Developing and operating its own projects in the South Caucasus, particularly in Georgia
The Board of Trustees is responsible for selecting and supporting projects. Projects considered for funding are identified by the Board itself, carefully reviewed, and supported to ensure sustainable impact, responsible use of resources, and meaningful long-term benefits.
CCFYD supports sustainable projects throughout the South Caucasus that contribute to the personal development of children and young people. We promote locally rooted initiatives with long-term potential that strengthen intercultural exchange, create multiplier effects and open new opportunities for future generations.
International Scout Centre Rustavi (ISCR)
The International Scout Centre Rustavi (ISCR) is the foundation’s flagship project. The youth centre is located in Rustavi, approximately 25 kilometres south-east of the Georgian capital, Tbilisi.
Pona Scout Lodge & Campsite
Located in the Georgian mountain village of Pona, around 150 kilometres from Tbilisi, the foundation supports a camping and community project set within a remarkable natural landscape.
Aragvi River Campsite
The Aragvi River Campsite is situated in a recreational area near Tbilisi, directly on the banks of the Aragvi River. It offers ideal conditions for outdoor activities, youth programmes and educational experiences in nature.