Transparency Report: “Cœur de Kinshasa” Triple Vernissage & Gala Dinner

1. Preamble

This report outlines the key outcomes, financials, and impacts of the “Cœur de Kinshasa” event, held on February 20, 2026, at the Pullman Hotel in Kinshasa. We are committed to transparency for our guests, sponsors, and beneficiaries.

2. Event Overview

✓ Theme: Culture, Environment, and Social – A Triptych Homage.
✓ Primary Objective: To launch the “Cœur de Kinshasa” tetralogy and create a platform for strategic dialogue and fundraising.
✓ Target Attendance: 500 VIPs.

3. Financial Transparency

✓ Total Project Budget: $174,000 USD.
✓ Funding Sources: As per the approved budget, funding was sourced from a mix of sponsorship tiers (Cœur d’Or, Platinum, Gold, Silver) and cash contributions.
✓ In-Kind Contributions: A total value of $55,000 USD was received in-kind, comprising:
- ✓ 500 boxes of Dokudami coffee from OTM Foundation (FOTM) (Value: $20,000 USD)
- ✓ 500 LED smart bulbs from OTM Foundation (Value: $25,000 USD)
- ✓ 500 copies of the first volume of the saga from the Author (Value: $10,000 USD)
✓ Post-Event Financial Reporting: A detailed financial statement, including all revenues and expenditures, will be audited and made available to major sponsors upon request. Funds raised during the event are dedicated to the FOTM Foundation’s social initiatives.

4. Fundraising Outcomes

✓ Primary Mechanism: A live auction of exclusive items (e.g., advance copies of Volumes 2 & 3, artworks) and a call for donations.
✓ Funds Raised: The final amount raised will be published in this section post-event. All funds are designated for the FOTM Foundation’s programs supporting the families of FARDC and Congolese National Police personnel and youth initiatives.

5. Guest Attendance and Selection

✓ Selection Criteria: Guests were selected based on their influence and engagement in the fields of diplomacy, national institutions, private sector, culture & media, and civil society, with criteria including gender parity (40% women leaders) and generational mix.
✓ Final Attendance: The final number of confirmed attendees will be published here post-event.

6. Multimedia Assets

✓ High-Resolution Photos: Portrait of the Author, book cover art, logos.
✓ Logos: Event logo, FOTM Foundation logo, OTM logo.
✓ Contact for Assets: communication@coeurdekinshasa.com

5. Communication and Media Impact

✓ Media Reach: The event targeted national and international media, with a digital campaign aiming for 2.5 million impressions.
✓ Post-Event Metrics: The final report will include quantitative metrics (media mentions, social media engagement) and qualitative feedback from participant surveys.