More Than Food: Why Kids Need Play to Thrive

What if play isn’t a luxury—but a key to a child’s future?In this episode, Bill Job and I sit down with Ferdi van den Bergh to explore a different side of his journey—far beyond business in the Netherlands. This time, we dive into his heart for children in Uganda and the story behind Tjeko, a growing social enterprise creating spaces where kids can simply be kids.Ferdi shares how a simple moment—watching children peeking through a fence at others playing—sparked a vision:What if every child had access to joy, creativity, and play?From that moment, Tjeko was born. What started as a personal desire to create something for his own daughter has grown into a mission reaching thousands of children—combining business and ministry in a sustainable way.This conversation is about more than playgrounds. It’s about:Seeing the gold in people. Building something that is both social and profitableChoosing joy—even in difficult seasonsAnd discovering how God can use your natural talents for a bigger purpose💡 Key takeaway: You don’t have to separate business and mission. Sometimes, the most powerful impact starts with simply noticing what’s missing—and responding.🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on faith, business, and impact.