Fundació Pare Manel

Community support in Verdum and Roquetes

Fundació Pare Manel is a Barcelona nonprofit focused on children, young people, and families experiencing vulnerability in the Verdum and Roquetes neighborhoods. Its address is Via Favència 244, Building A, local, 08042 Barcelona.

Programs and services

The foundation runs a range of social, educational, and community programs:

• Centre Obert Muntanyès
• Caixa Proinfància program
• Espai de Cocriança
• Xarxa de Dones Cosidores
• Perifèrica 9B
• Serveis a Domicili
• Comunalitat Urbana de 9 Barris
• Obrador Digital de 9 Barris
• Punt Òmnia Verdum
• Sports programs

It also develops educational programs with Associació Esportiva Babar.

Recognition and networks

Fundació Pare Manel is part of the Caixa Proinfància network and presents the Rafa Juncadella Award; its sixth edition was awarded in 2023. The foundation has also been featured on Les Bones Causes, a program on Catalunya Ràdio.

Transparency and funding

The foundation publishes its bylaws and an annual social impact report; its 2024 report is available. It is supported by individuals, businesses, public agencies, and foundations. The organization notes that donations may qualify for a tax deduction of up to 80% on an income tax return.

Contact

Address: Via Favència 244, Building A, local, 08042 Barcelona. Phone: 932 761 766. Email: comunicacio@paremanel.org. The foundation is on Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.