Colombian nonprofit foundation sonrisassostenibles.org

PROGRAMS

Four action areas to turn needs into opportunities.

Our institutional work integrates environment, education, well-being and community development. Each program starts from needs identified in the territory and is strengthened through participation, evidence and coordination with partners.

TerritoryEl Bagre and the Bajo Cauca region of Antioquia ApproachSustainable and community development

OUR ACTION AREAS

An integrated intervention model.

These action areas complement one another. A single project may integrate education, environmental protection, well-being and community strengthening when local conditions require it.

01ODS 13 · 15

Environment and sustainability

We promote environmental restoration, civic culture, territorial adaptation and ecosystem protection through participatory processes and environmental education.

RestorationEnvironmental educationTerritory

Related initiatives

  • El Bagre Siembra Futuro
  • Recovery of wetlands, streams and environmental corridors
  • Research and Responsible Tourism Center – La Maranata Wetland
02ODS 4

Education and community training

We strengthen skills, vocational guidance and practical learning to expand educational opportunities and connect young people and communities with new development pathways.

EducationYouthSkills

Related initiatives

  • Intervention and strengthening of rural schools
  • Educational partnerships with academic and technical institutions
03ODS 3

Health and well-being

We promote preventive and community actions focused on comprehensive well-being, especially when environmental, social or emergency conditions affect vulnerable populations.

PreventionWell-beingCommunity

Related initiatives

  • Coordination of community health brigades and actions
  • Characterization of impacts associated with emergencies
  • Solidarity support for families in vulnerable conditions
04LOCAL DEVELOPMENT

Socioeconomic and cultural development

We promote initiatives that strengthen social cohesion, opportunities, participation, culture, sports and local capacities as components of sustainable development.

InclusionSportsLocal development

Related initiatives

  • Football School for girls and boys
  • Comprehensive Priority Fund for Risk Management and Community Assistance — under development
  • Tejiendo Sonrisas – Rural Solidarity and Integration Program — planned start: October 2026
  • Coordination and social-strengthening processes

TERRITORIAL APPROACH

First we understand; then we propose.

The Foundation avoids proposing solutions disconnected from reality. We characterize, document and prioritize before pursuing an intervention.

01Identified need

Community listening and observation of the territory.

02Evidence

Characterization, photographs, records and supporting documents.

03Program or project

Definition of objectives, scope and expected results.

04Coordination

Coordination with communities, institutions, academia and companies.

2030 AGENDA

Our institutional focus is aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals.

ODS 3Health and well-being
ODS 4Quality education
ODS 13Climate action

FROM PROGRAMS TO ACTION

See how these action areas become concrete projects.

In the Projects section you can review initiatives, territory, population, management status and associated evidence.

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