Fundació Impulsa

Helping young people build their futures

Fundació Impulsa is a nonprofit working to promote equal opportunities for young people by supporting their education and personal growth. Its model combines the support of local individuals and organizations, especially businesses, which form a network around participating students.

Programs and guidance

The foundation provides comprehensive, individualized support to young people through several components:

• Financial scholarship
• Computer
• Training
• Mentoring
• Access to the job market
• Professional staff and personal guidance

Its approach is delivered through several programs: Impulsa Formació Professional, Impulsa Mentoria, Impulsa Creixement Humà, Impulsa Oportunitats Laborals, and Impulsa Vida.

Reported results

The organization shares figures on its program’s impact: more than 780 young people have received scholarships, 80% of participants graduate, and 64% find a job related to their studies. It has 220 partner organizations.

Ways to get involved

Businesses and individuals can become a supporting organization, serve as mentors, or donate. The foundation also offers training and consulting services to organizations. Recent activities include corporate volunteering and company visits that introduce young people to the workplace.

Contact and hours

• Address: 10–12 Carrer Figueres, 08500 Vic, Barcelona
• Phone: 931 307 212
• Email: hola@fundacioimpulsa.org
• Website: www.fundacioimpulsa.org
• Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. and 3–5 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.