Our foundations
We believe
in the role of civil society as an agent of change
We work
to improve the educational quality of public and private schools
We mobilize
resources from businesses and individual donors to sponsor programs that target Uruguay’s most underprivileged populations
What we do
Raise funds
We raise funds to sponsor programs, at times in their initial stages, pushing for innovation and the improvement of the processes and education methods employed.
Connect
We bridge donors to a diverse portfolio of programs that target the most disadvantaged populations in Uruguay (low education and low income) from 0 to 18 years old.
Select programs
Through a rigorous process, we carefully select educational projects that address the main challenges facing Uruguayan education.
Our value added
A systemic perspective and impact
Since we work with the main actors in Uruguay’s education ecosystem, through our portfolio of programs, our donors can impact vulnerable populations in all of Uruguay.
Investment based on strategic areas
Our program portfolio is selected based on criteria defined by data analysis, sector trends, educational public policy guidelines together with the advice of national and international experts.
Accountability during the entire process
Each of the programs in our portfolio is monitored periodically to ensure compliance with the previously agreed objectives and the efficient use of funds.
Over 20 years of experience
Since 2001, Fundación ReachingU has grown and evolved to consolidate itself as a reference organization and one of the main funders of educational programs in Uruguay.
Transparency
Our financial statements are audited every year and comply with all applicable U.S. laws and regulations.
Leadership
We have a Board of outstanding professionals committed to our sustainability and a staff with proven expertise in education and fundraising.
Our portfolio
of programs
The organizations that apply must meet several requirements, including, but not limited to an experienced management team, clear accountability, and transparency, agility and adaptability at work.
1. PROGRAM VARIABLES
2. ATRIBUTES OF ORGANIZATIONS
3. STRATEGIC AREAS
1. Program variables
Programs are chosen based on the territorial coverage they would provide to the vulnerable populations in Uruguay, the articulation with other relevant actors in each area, their scalability, and the fact of being impact-oriented.