“I know what it means to experience trauma in childhood. I started my first therapy at the age of 21. But traumatized children need the opportunity to process their experiences much earlier. This is exactly where Children for Tomorrow comes in. I have always followed the work of Ms. Graf and her team, and I am happy to contribute in a small way today to support the HonigHelden! project."

The experiences of his own childhood are the reason why he wants to raise awareness and encourage others today. He can now use his platform to help bring more attention and awareness to this important cause.

Children for Tomorrow is a nonprofit foundation based in Hamburg, founded in 1998 by Stefanie Graf. It provides therapeutic treatment for children and adolescents who have become victims of war, displacement, and organized violence. Nearly half of all refugees worldwide are children and young people. Many have witnessed war in their home country, endured extreme violence during their escape, and suffered the loss of parents or other loved ones. Post-traumatic stress disorders, depression, sleep disturbances, and nightmares are often the devastating consequences.

Since time alone does not heal all wounds, Children for Tomorrow uses financial resources to support the therapeutic healing of trauma. The foundation provides psychotherapeutic treatment and other psychosocial support programs. Its mission is to assist young refugees in their mental development and help facilitate their integration into society.

Within this framework, the HonigHelden! project offers school-based psychotherapy for children with refugee backgrounds. This includes weekly individual therapy sessions as well as broader support programs. The approach is unique, as the German healthcare system does not provide for therapy in these locations—even though many children may not be able or willing to visit a clinic, leaving them without access to essential stabilization and support.

Kilian Kerner has admired Stefanie Graf ever since he first saw her play in the 1985 Berlin Final at the age of six. From that day on, he closely followed her career.

“Tennis and Stefanie Graf were an anchor for me. They gave me great strength throughout my childhood and youth. Her ambition and determination deeply impressed and inspired me. Even today, almost 39 years later, my admiration remains unwavering. The way she dedicates herself to her foundation and the children—calmly and unpretentiously, yet with unwavering ambition and commitment—is just as impressive as all of her victories in her extraordinary career."

Donation Account:

Account Holder: Children for Tomorrow
Bank: Deutsche Bank AG, Hamburg
Account Number: 070 7000 00
Bank Code (BLZ): 200 700 00
IBAN: DE49 2007 0000 0070 7000 00
Swift Code: DEUTDEHHXXX