A Heartfelt Thank YouTo Everyone Who Believed in Us

“Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.” —William Arthur Ward

Solar Chapter has come a long way since our first step and none of it would’ve been possible without the people who believed in us, supported us, and walked beside us through the journey.

To our incredible donors, thank you for placing your trust in a vision that was once just an idea. Your support has turned dreams into real, tangible change. In Desa Umutnana, 700 villagers now have access to opportunities they never imagined possible. That future — one filled with clean water and brighter days — is built on your generosity.

We’re deeply grateful to PAMSIMAS Indonesia and especially to Pak Yoga in Malaka for being more than just collaborators. You were mentors, partners, and a guiding light when we needed it most. Your belief in the power of youth-led action gave us the confidence to push forward, even when the odds were uncertain.

To the young Indonesian leaders in PERMIAS UIUC, PERMIAS UC Davis, and all future PERMIAS partners across the U.S., thank you for carrying our story across borders. From thousands of miles away, you’ve amplified our mission, reminded us of our roots, and showed that distance never weakens solidarity.

A special thanks to Pak Pungky and Mbak Ratna from Bappenas, who helped our founders navigate the challenges of starting something new. Your guidance in those early days was a steady hand when we needed it most. Thank you for believing in our potential when everything still felt uncertain.

And to the very foundation of all this, our founder Mustika Wijaya and co-founders who dreamed boldly enough to make this happen. Because of your courage and dedication, we have a home to keep building from.

Last but never least, to the Solar Chapter team. Thank you for pouring your heart into every task, every challenge, and every late night. You make the work meaningful. You make it possible.

This journey is not ours alone. It belongs to every person who gave their time, trust, and spirit to help us light the way forward. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. Here’s to continuing this journey, together.

With love and gratitude,

Solar Chapter Team