Let's build a gateway to knowledge and inspiration !

My name is Andar, and I am the founder of Lombok Volunteer Homestay, a humble initiative born from a big dream: to provide better education and opportunities for the children in my village, West Sekotong, Lombok. This journey began when I was just 17 years old. My parents, despite their hard work, could not afford to send me or my three siblings to middle or high school. Faced with this reality, I realized that education is the key to breaking the cycle of poverty—not just for me, but for generations to come.

With the belief that teaching someone how to fish is better than simply giving them fish, I started teaching English to the children in my village. My goal was simple: to equip them with skills that could open doors to opportunities and help improve their lives and the lives of their families. From a small space in my home, Lombok Volunteer Homestay has grown into a community where volunteers from around the world come together to support the education of our children.

However, this mission has never been easy. To this day, we rely on makeshift spaces for learning. Can you believe that the nearest library is miles away? It’s nearly two hours from our village, and even farther for the children in southern Lombok.

We are in desperate need of a proper space for education, teaching, and support. A proper classroom and a library: a gateway to knowledge and inspiration for the children.

I invite all of you to be part of this journey. Your support, no matter how small, will be a giant step toward a brighter future for the children of Lombok. Please don't hesitate to talk about us and share the fundraising link with your friends and family.

Together, we can create real change!

Andar

(This fundraising campaign was created with the help of a French family who came to volunteer and became our friends. They are helping me because I am unable to open a fundraising campaign in my country.)

HERE IS THE DETAILED PLAN AND COST ESTIMATE

Building a classroom and a library :

Classroom size: 6m x 8m (48 m²)

Library size: 4m x 6m (24 m²)

Total area: 72 m²

Equipped with ventilation windows, doors, and waterproof roofing.

Room Facilities:

Classroom: Whiteboard, chairs, and desks for 20 children.

Library: Bookshelves, reading tables, and floor seating.

Budget Plan (RAB)

1. Preparation Work

Land clearing: Rp 1,500,000

Foundation and soil compaction: Rp 3,500,000

Subtotal Preparation: Rp 5,000,000

2. Building Structure

Foundation: Stone + cement (72 m²): Rp 8,000,000

Walls: Lightweight bricks + plaster (72 m²): Rp 12,000,000

Roof: Lightweight steel frame + tiles (72 m²): Rp 18,000,000

Flooring: Ceramic tiles 40x40 (72 m²): Rp 10,000,000

Subtotal Structure: Rp 48,000,000

3. Finishing Work

Wall painting (72 m²): Rp 4,500,000

Basic electrical installation: Rp 3,000,000

Doors and windows (4 doors, 6 windows): Rp 6,000,000

Gypsum ceiling: Rp 5,000,000

Subtotal Finishing: Rp 18,500,000

4. Room Facilities

Classroom:

Chairs + desks (20 sets): Rp 8,000,000

Whiteboard: Rp 1,500,000

Library:

Bookshelves (4 units): Rp 4,000,000

Carpet + bean bags: Rp 2,500,000

Reading tables (2 units): Rp 2,000,000

Subtotal Facilities: Rp 18,000,000

5. Labor Costs

Workers (5 people, 30 days x Rp 100,000): Rp 15,000,000

Subtotal Labor: Rp 15,000,000

TOTAL BUDGET:

Preparation: Rp 5,000,000

Building Structure: Rp 48,000,000

Finishing Work: Rp 18,500,000

Room Facilities: Rp 18,000,000

Labor Costs: Rp 15,000,000

Grand Total: Rp 104,500,000