A long journey, before the name Pitulung.

This story began long before 2024, from two small initiatives in Ambarawa that grew into one movement.

Ambarawa, Central Java: where it all began

Why Ambarawa?

A town with great potential, and equally great challenges.

Ambarawa has a lot of potential, but low rates of higher education and economic instability make it hard for young people here to move forward. We believe simply sending children to school isn't enough. They need a path toward self-reliance.

76%

Families facing financial hardship

87%

Do not pursue higher education

Source: Statistics Indonesia (BPS), 2024. Nature Journal, the OECD, and the World Bank have also found a strong link between advanced education systems and sustainable socio-economic development.

Our Journey

From a small initiative, to one movement.

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2016

Goes to SYC Begins

Started informally by Ezer.

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2019

Kakak Asuh Begins

Started informally by Riska.

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2024

Pitulung Officially Founded

Both initiatives officially merged into Pitulung, with a vision to drive social mobility through education.

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2025

Star Scholarship & Expansion

Star Scholarship launches; Curriculum Development expands to NTT (Taman Bacaan Pelangi), Kendari (Kawan Inspirasi Kendari), and Jakarta (Eduquip Education).

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2026 and Beyond

Building a Full-Time Team

Building our first full-time team; plans to expand the "Teach for Tact" program in Flores with Global Youth Mobilization (European Union).

2025 Story

“Sowing Seeds of Faith”

Like a planted seed beginning to break through the soil, 2025 was a year of nurturing growth that was undeniable yet still fragile. Two key things happened: deepening our roots through local partnerships, and encouraging growth through expanded scholarships.

Testimonials

“Over the past 2 years, the Pitulung team has consistently shown perseverance and credibility in delivering help to the younger generation, our nation's future. I hope Pitulung keeps growing and touches even more Indonesian children.”

— Rafael Sutoyo, Kakak Asuh Donor

“Through the various ways of raising funds to attend SYC, I understood what it feels like to strive and to experience God's incredible love... I truly felt God's Presence, always welcoming us back to Him.”

— Eveline Kezia Millenix, Young Person & Ambarawa Activist