Muhammad Subuh Foundation S u p p p o r t i n g t h e a i m s o f S u b u d f o r a b e t t e r w o r l d Get to know the foundation of the World Association

Named in honor of the founder of Subud, Bapak Muhammad Milestones in our Subuh Sumohadiwidjojo, the history: Foundation supports the aims mid-1960’s and purposes of the World Bapak confirms Varindra Subud Association (WSA). Vittachi’s dream of a Bapak’s vision was of a Subud foundation for Subud Association that is active and and asks that it be called effective in the world, in all the Subud Brotherhood fields of human endeavor. MSF International Foundation exists to support this vision by (SBIF) which, after Bapak’s passing, can be providing financial assistance in renamed the a wide-range of areas, includ- Muhammad Subuh ing social & humanitarian work Foundation (MSF). cultural endeavors, and youth 1971 projects - to improve the lives SBIF is legally formed. of our fellow human beings in meaningful ways. This support 1989 is in addition to providing for Yayasan Muhammad Subuh established in the long-term needs of Subud 1965: Bapak touring a Indonesia. This such as meeting places, construction site at Wisma Subud, Indonesia foundation later became archives, and strengthening the a partner of MSF. capacity of our organization. 1991 The organization of MSF Muhammad Subuh Seven trustees are appointed by the WSA to manage all Foundation replaces SBIF. business of the Foundation and to hire support staff as required. The eighth trustee is ex-officio, being the current chairperson of WSA. Trustees are appointed to serve four-year terms. The trustees, in conjunction with national committees, appoint MSF national liaisons to aid and support the work of the Foundation in their respective countries. The Foundation engages an accountant, an adminis- trator, and in 2009 appointed a chief executive officer 1991 MSF awards its first to assist the trustees in fullfilling their responsibilities. grant to Amanecer, The trustees coordinate their work, especially in the area Colombia, to construct of grant-making, with other Subud organizations and an international Subud groups, such as the international helpers, Susila Dharma center. International Association, Subud International Cultural 1994 Association, Subud Youth Association, national MSF Colombia is legally committees, and so on. established. -- the Muhammad Subuh Foundation -- M IssIon and P urpose of MSF

Milestones in our history:

Varindra Vittachi, a man with a dream, and a desire, to honor Bapak Muhammad Subuh

Bapak, seated on the left, chats with Francois (Feri) Farkas 1995 Lucienne & Francois (Feri) The Muhammad Subuh Foundation serves Farkas Endowment Fund to build a lasting financial capacity for the established by Daniel Cheifetz. work of the Subud community, with dedication to the long-term aims of the 1996 . Beginning of regular MSF support for WSA projects The Foundation is committed to providing funding such as Bapak’s talks, and assistance for: archives, tape unit, care support program, history of  Communities and people in need around the Subud, and international globe helper travel. The preservation and distribution of Bapak’s 1996  and Ibu Siti Rahayu's talks First grant awarded for a social project, Cita Buana  The writing of the History of Subud School in Jakarta, Indonesia.  The acquisition of premises by groups across the world  The work of the International Archives  The work of the Care Support Program, including the Subud Emergency Fund and the Subud Education Fund 1997-2000 Kingantoko center, DR From 1996 to present, MSF has been able to Congo, established with a provide nearly US$2million in support of the above grant from MSF. causes and much more. This was made possible by: 1998  direct donations First MSF grant awarded  bequests of those who have passed on to a cultural project for writing a book.  investment returns on funds donated

-- the Muhammad Subuh Foundation -- f inances & A ccountability

Foundations are established by many organisations Milestones in our as vehicles to accumulate substantial sums of money history: which can be applied to those long-term objectives which are not met by annual administrative 1998 budgets. In particular, organisations often First MSF grant awarded establish foundations to receive bequests as these to a youth project to assist YES Quest. require long-term arrangements involving a high degree of confidentiality and trust. 1999 The Foundation was established by WSA and is First grant awarded to therefore accountable to them. WSA maintains the Subud Enterprise Services International for website authority to appoint and remove MSF trustees and development. to jointly approve annual budgets. The Muhammad Subuh Foundation is legally registered as a non-profit corporation in Virginia, U.S.A and provides tax exemptions to US citizens under 501(c)3; No. 52-1742864. The Foundation is externally audited annually by Ernst & Young to ensure transparency and accountability. MSF has an agency agreement with Subud Canada to enable 2001 cooperation with Canadian members in a tax-efficient MSF adopts Bapak Legacy way. Fund established in 2000 by Subud USA. F oundation F unds

MSF manages four funds on behalf of the Subud Association: General Fund (also known as the Annual Programs Fund) provides support for Subud 2001 premises, translations, Bapak’s talks, archives, Muhammad Subuh infrastructure capacity-building, helper travel, Meeting Center, and many other worthy programs of the World Indonesia, is built with Subud Association. help of an MSF grant. Bapak Legacy Fund is designed to promote lasting financial capacity for the Subud Association. It is a permanently-restricted fund whose principal is held in perpetuity and only the income and appreciation on the funds may be distributed. Farkas Endowment Fund supports educational opportunities and programs for young people in 2003 need around the world, and helps make Bapak’s Leonard & Aisah Parker talks widely available. Endowment Fund Leonard & Aisah Parker Endowment Fund established for the efforts of Subud in Australia. benefits the work of Subud Australia.

-- the Muhammad Subuh Foundation -- o ur Vision for the f uture

Milestones in our history:

Ibu Siti Rahayu Wiryohudoyo, daughter 2004-2008 of Bapak Muhammad Subuh Parker Fund assists Subud "If other foundations can generate Australia and the creation of a national center in Canberra, achievements through their groups, then Australia. we as a Subud family should follow, and gather and care for our assets so that what is small will become big and strong, acting as a support and coordinating body for the welfare and needs of us all." "From my experience [as past long-term trustee], I realize that it is essential we have a foundation like this as a vehicle to hold Subud assets and which helps fund Subud projects and the needs of Subud over the long term... We invite all of you to help this foundation 2007-2008 develop, because the strength and success of Farkas Fund supports this foundation depends on your involvement children’s education in to help protect and support it, so that the Indonesia through Yayasan foundation will serve and assist the growth of Usaha Mulia. Subud, and we can become one large family, and we can look after our needs out of our own resources and strength."

"MSF exists for the future generations of Subud and all of humankind. What happens today in terms of gifts and bequests makes tomorrow’s dreams a reality. MSF will continue to seed worthwhile social and cultural projects and ensure that the legacy of Bapak’s words and vision can be made manifest in the lives of many here and to come." 2008 Quotes from Ibu Siti Rahayu regarding MSF MSF grant awarded to assist renovations of Bapak’s house; house is renamed Adi Puri. To find out more about MSF, visit our website: http://www.msubuhfoundation.org

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