Who Are We?
The Mentes Soñadoras Foundation is a non-profit organization that bets on the future of the most vulnerable young people by connecting them with the world of knowledge to transform their lives and maximize their skills and talents for personal and professional development.
What do we do?
We empower talented young people with the tools, skills, and knowledge needed to improve their quality of life.
Our Team
Carolina Navia Vásquez
Co-Founder
General Director
“Knowledge is power when applied. I love to serve and have found my life purpose in helping vulnerable youth in poverty”.
Santiago Navia Vásquez
Co-Founder
Alternate General Director
“Passionate about the diverse cultures that enrich our world, I am a firm believer that dreams materialize through dedication and effort.”.
Idalia Usuga Morales
Social and Alliances Director
“I am passionate about social work, because I am inspired by the welfare and integrity of human beings, and I seek to ensure that our actions generate happiness and quality of life to the communities we impact”.
David Alejandro Aguirre
Personal Development Programs Director
“Our thoughts are the origin of our own reality. Therefore, my commitment is focused on promoting the integral connection of the human being, embracing our mind, body and spirit, and to provide the tools needed to face our own realities and overcome the challenges that life presents”.
Adriana León Meza
Marketing Director
“Offering my help, either through knowledge-based advice or emotional support, is a vocation that enriches my life and strengthens my relationships with others. Sharing our knowledge and experience makes the world a better place”.
Herney Ávila Aguirre
Education Director
“Mathematics is more than just numbers; it is a transformative force capable of uplifting entire societies, dispelling the darkness of ignorance to foster personal and community development”.
Thanks to our programs we have impacted
Our Values
Social sensitivity
We connect with sociality realities by reaching out to impoverished youth who need our support to strengthen their skills.
Diversity and inclusion
We recognize and value all young people, regardless of, and without distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion or other human qualities. We do not seek to eliminate differences, but rather to value them and offer equal treatment to all.
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Leadership
We positively influence young people by understanding their reality and environment, and by providing them with the tools needed to face the challenges of the modern world, to créate future leaders who will have an effective impact on society.
Transparency
We act honestly and ethically in all our interactions, utilizing best practices in the responsible and diligent management of the resources our partners and donors have been so kind to donate to order to support the integral wellbeing of our youth and their families.
Mission
To connect the most vulnerable young people to the world of knowledge, through skills or art that motivates and/or inspires them to create a better future.
To empower the minds of young people, by betting on education and knowledge as the most powerful force to maximize their full potential and build a better future.
