The Hand Project
Build a real prosthetic hand together and change a life. The Hand Project is a CSR event with deep meaning and a powerful team effect.
What teams can expect from this event
- Genuine craftsmanship Teams work together to build a fully functional prosthetic hand.
- Conscious Experience Each person works with just one hand.
- A personal touch A personalised carry bag and a letter are included.
The Hand Project: When teamwork changes a life
CSR Event: A prosthetic hand with real added value
The Hand Project is a CSR event in which teams work together in small groups to build a fully functional prosthetic hand, thereby helping a person with only one hand to achieve greater independence. SAP describes it as one of the best team-building events the company has taken part in during its many years of experience. The event combines teamwork with social engagement in a way that moves everyone involved. This is because an estimated several million people worldwide live with only one hand, many of them as a result of accidents or as landmine victims.
Assembly, coordination and mutual support
Working in teams of three to five people, participants assemble a prosthetic hand from around 30 individual parts, following a set of instructions. This requires clear communication and mutual support, as some assembly steps necessitate several hands working simultaneously. Furthermore, each team member deliberately works using only one hand. This fosters a deep understanding of the situation faced by the recipient of the prosthesis.
A bespoke carrying case and a personal letter
Once a joint functional test has been carried out, it’s time to pack everything up. The team designs a bespoke carrying case for the prosthesis. They also include a photo signed by everyone involved. Participants can also choose to include a personal letter with the prosthesis. This transforms a team-building event into a heartfelt, personal gift.
The thank-you photo: a lasting connection
When the prostheses are handed over to the recipient during the so-called ‘Fitting Days’, a photo can be taken featuring the custom-designed carrying bag. This thank-you photo is then sent to the team as a gift. This ensures that the connection between the team and the recipient endures long after the event has ended, making The Hand Project a CSR event with a lasting impact
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A CSR event with a profound impact on the team
The Hand Project combines practical teamwork with genuine social engagement. Building together fosters communication, trust and leadership without formal responsibilities. At the same time, the charitable cause heightens awareness of social responsibility and triggers a shift in perspective that has a lasting impact. In this way, a team event becomes an experience that truly touches people.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Hand Project?
The Hand Project is a CSR event in which teams work together in small groups to build a fully functional prosthetic hand from around 30 individual parts and donate it to someone with only one hand.
How long does the event last?
The CSR event lasts between 120 and 180 minutes and can be easily incorporated into team days, kick-offs or CSR days.
What happens to the finished dentures?
The finished prosthetic hands are donated to people who have lost a hand as a result of an accident or for some other reason. They are handed over during what are known as ‘Fitting Days’.
What is the ‘thank you’ photo?
Once the prosthesis has been handed over, the recipient can take a photo with the carry bag they have designed themselves. This photo will be sent to the team as a personal thank you.
Can participants include a personal letter?
Yes. If they wish, all those involved can write and enclose a personal letter for the recipient of the prosthesis.
What sets The Hand Project apart from other CSR events?
Unlike many CSR initiatives, The Hand Project delivers a tangible, life-changing outcome. The connection between the team and the recipient, forged through the thank-you photo, makes this CSR event unique and particularly touching. It is, and always will be, one of our projects closest to our hearts.!
“One of the best team-building events we’ve taken part in during our many years of professional experience.”
Gaby Wenneker, SAP