CapMan press release
25 February 2025 at 09:30 EET
CapMan joins #Steps4Tukikummit campaign where over 5,000 employees unite for the benefit of children and youth
In spring 2025, CapMan, Aktia Bank, PwC Finland, Otava Group, and SAM Headhunting Finland, are initiating a charity campaign for the Tukikummit foundation to raise funds for the benefit of children and youth and build a more equal society where everyone feels they belong. Last year’s successful fundraiser raised €100,000, and this year the goal is even more ambitious: to collect exercise kilometres worth over €150,000.
The campaign unites company employees, customers, and partners to increase the amount collected for the benefit of the foundation through their physical activities – every kilometre run or walked brings more funds towards work supporting youth recreational opportunities. The campaign kicks off March 3rd and culminates in the Helsinki City Running Day event on May 17, 2025.
Together for a Better Future
“This campaign offers us a concrete way to do good while also supporting well-being and team spirit amongst employees. Being able to take part in hobbies plays an important role for youth as they grow up, building their confidence and feeling of belonging. We are glad to be joining the #Steps4Tukikummit campaign once again”, shares Pia Kåll, CEO at CapMan.
“It is inspiring to see more and more companies joining to support this meaningful cause. The #Steps4Tukikummit campaign not only raises funds but also strengthens work communities and increases understanding of the importance of preventing youth marginalisation,” says Joakim Frimodig, Chair of the CapMan Board and Chair of the Tukikummit Foundation.
Preventing Marginalisation Begins with Recreational Opportunities
In Finland, one in ten children lives in a family where income is not enough to maintain a basic standard of living. At the same time, the annual costs of many recreational activities have risen significantly: for example, the annual fees for team sports alone exclude many low-income families from participating in recreational activities.
Studies show that recreational activities are one of the most effective ways to prevent marginalization, as they strengthen young people’s self-esteem, increase social cohesion, and provide goals and experiences of success.
“I am proud that the campaign is expanding and we can offer more and more children the opportunity to express themselves. Recreational activities are much more than leisure – they are a way to build self-confidence, friendships, and belief in the future,” says Emilia Åberg, CEO of the Tukikummit Foundation.
Founded in 2007, the Tukikummit Foundation was initiated by Sauli Niinistö, Sari Baldauf, Björn Wahlroos, and Hjallis Harkimo. The foundation is committed to providing direct support to underprivileged children and youth, especially for recreational costs. By 2024, the Tukikummit Foundation has distributed over €7 million in grants, and with the new campaign, the goal is to increase the grant amount even further.
CapMan has been a long-term partner of Tukikummit since 2014, and over the years, the partnership has evolved from mere financial support to extensive cooperation, offering expertise and resources that help the foundation develop its operations and enhance fundraising.
For more information:
Stina Lähteenoja, Brand & Communications Manager, CapMan, tel. +358 45 840 8438
Emilia Åberg, CEO, Tukikummit Foundation, tel. 050 585 57 44
About CapMan
CapMan is a leading Nordic private asset expert with an active approach to value creation and €6.1 billion in assets under management. As one of the private equity pioneers in the Nordics we have developed hundreds of companies and assets creating significant value for over three decades. Our objective is to provide attractive returns and innovative solutions to investors by enabling change across our portfolio companies. An example of this is greenhouse gas reduction targets that we have set under the Science Based Targets initiative in line with the 1.5°C scenario and our commitment to net-zero GHG emissions by 2040. We have a broad presence in the unlisted market through our local and specialised teams. Our investment strategies cover real estate and infrastructure assets, natural capital and minority and majority investments in portfolio companies. We also provide wealth management solutions. Altogether, CapMan employs around 200 professionals in Helsinki, Jyväskylä, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Oslo, London and Luxembourg. We are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki since 2001. www.capman.com
