Championing the Fight of Children with Rare Diseases 

DHF Capital, a leading provider of secure and transparent financial solutions, is proud to announce its official sponsorship of Ride4Kids, a remarkable organization dedicated to supporting children struggling against rare diseases by raising funds through sporting events. This partnership signifies a deep commitment by DHF Capital to extend its values of integrity and long term commitment beyond the financial sector, into crucial humanitarian efforts in the MENA region and beyond.

The initiative is deeply personal for DHF Capital's co-owner, Ralph Ratterman, whose journey with Ride4Kids began over a decade ago. "I still remember that night in October 2014," Ratterman recounts, "when a charity’s board member shared his daughter’s story. She was struggling with a rare disease which made a challenge out of every single detail of their everyday life. His story touched me deeply, as his daughter was just some days older than my own. I realized just how grateful I should be for the gift of raising my own kids in health. This sparked a reflection in me, and I made a promise to myself that I will commit a relevant portion of my time and efforts to support children facing struggles like hers."

Ratterman's personal commitment didn’t stop there, as since 2015 he started structurally contributing Ride4Kids, an experience that solidified his admiration for the foundation's integrity and family like operation. From the beginning, Rattleman was impressed by how the foundation operates, how they handle every detail with care and integrity. “It truly felt like family”, he thought, “and I’ll contribute by being their ambassador.' 

One thing that raised the concerns for the organization’s board from the beginning was the lack of available and accessible medication for the children with rare diseases. As Ratterman sees it, the number of children suffering from these rare diseases is not large enough for research and production to be profitable to the pharmaceutical industry. This is precisely where the charitable efforts of fundraising by Ride4Kids’ step in to help children and their families find access to their medications.

This long term commitment from DHF Capital aligns seamlessly with the company’s core values. "In business we focus on financial health helping our clients grow and manage wealth but ultimately, the most important health in life is your physical well being," Ratterman emphasized. "I really hope that through this initiative, we can inspire others and maybe even help our own employees realize what truly matters. Because at the end of the day, it’s not all about the money."
The values embodied by Ride4Kids endurance, teamwork, and hope  deeply resonate with DHF Capital's own mission and culture. Just as Ride4Kids works tirelessly for children and their families, DHF’s directives want their team to work with the same spirit for their clients and their communities. By supporting financially, the board aims to help turn hope into real progress, real breakthroughs, and ultimately, real solutions for kids in need and and their families.

DHF Capital’ team hopes this partnership will provide crucial financial support and inspire broader corporate involvement and show that companies can make a real, meaningful difference by getting involved. As Ratterman explains: "whether someone donates €5 or €100,000, if everyone contributes their best, together we can send a powerful message of support to the fight of these children and families, and let them know they’re not alone."

Support the cause: DHF Capital invites individuals and organizations to join them in supporting Ride4Kids Please note all donations go directly to the Ride4Kids Foundation DHF Capital does not receive, manage or handle any part of these funds.. Donations can be made directly through the following donation link.

About - Ride4Kids
Ride4Kids is a dedicated foundation that supports children suffering from rare diseases. Through challenging cycling events and community fundraising, Ride4Kids raises vital funds for scientific research aimed at improving the quality of life for these children and finding potential cures. The organization is driven by hope, teamwork, and the unwavering belief that every child deserves a chance at a healthier future.