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The Foundation<\/h1>\n

The defense of human dignity is the starting point for building a more just and inclusive world.<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/h4>\n

Ready to bloom.<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/h4>\n

Alessandra Pedrollo<\/em><\/h4>\n

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Our commitment<\/h2>\n

We are committed with heart and determination to carry out humanitarian initiatives and solidarity projects to fight poverty and protect those who are most vulnerable.<\/span><\/p>\n

Having a home and having access to health care should not be privileges.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1734266061882{background-color: #A1BE60 !important;}”][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

The areas of focus<\/span><\/h2>\n

We believe that enjoying essential resources such as water, energy and food is everyone’s right and we work to make it possible.<\/span><\/p>\n

We believe in the power of education, the power of knowledge and the freedom of faith, and we are dedicated to promoting them with interventions that cross borders and cultures.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our wish is that everyone can look forward to the future with hope.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1734266290073{margin-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_single_image image=”5936″ img_size=”100×100″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=””][vc_single_image image=”5938″ img_size=”100×100″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=””][vc_single_image image=”5937″ img_size=”100×100″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=””][vc_single_image image=”5939″ img_size=”100×100″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1734266784190{margin-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]It is important for us to state that the Foundation is self-financing. Every donation is donated entirely to projects, not to management.<\/strong> Contributions are intended for those in real need, not for us.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1734256322270{margin-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_separator css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1734286972091{margin-top: 30px !important;}” el_id=”origins”][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

The Origins<\/h2>\n

The birth of our Foundation is closely linked to the activity of Pedrollo S.p.A.<\/span><\/p>\n

Indeed, confronting different realities and cultures and meeting people of all ages and nationalities filled our hearts, left a mark, and offered us a great opportunity: to understand that, especially in certain contexts, we could and should do more than just our work<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Thanks to the experience gained through many years of charitable projects, we have decided in 2024 to work even more actively and rationally for the respect of human dignity.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”5950″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1734256322270{margin-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_separator css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”values”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

Our guiding values<\/h2>\n

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We believe that trust and mutual respect are indispensable values for collaboration and personal and collective growth<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Trust<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Transparency<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Sharing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    We believe in an environment where every individual can feel valued and included, we want to help build a more equitable and inclusive society<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • Social responsibility<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Equity<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Multiculturalism<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      We invest in evolution. Our goal is to foster inclusive, sustainable and lasting progress <\/span><\/p>\n

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      • Proactivity<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Sustainability and Growth<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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        Water as a Responsibility<\/h2>\n

        Our story begins with water and its value. For us, water is not just one of our areas of intervention \u2014 it is our starting point. It is a deeply felt responsibility.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Access to water is one of the most powerful keys to truly improving people\u2019s lives. Because progress is about technology, but also about dignity and opportunity<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

        In many parts of the world, the lack of safe water undermines health, education, economic development, and community stability. That\u2019s why we believe that talking about water means talking about rights and about the future.<\/span><\/p>\n

        We promote the issue of water as a driver of social change \u2014 not as an emergency response, but as a foundation for growth, self-reliance, and sustainable development. This vision guides our commitment and inspires us to raise greater awareness of water\u2019s human and universal value.<\/span><\/p>\n

        We have seen it firsthand: a well can help nomadic populations settle. Around a well, a community can grow \u2014 with access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities. Life grows.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”8297″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=””][vc_single_image image=”8300″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1734256322270{margin-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_separator css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1734287038738{margin-top: 30px !important;}” el_id=”team”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

        The Team<\/h2>\n

        President<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

        Alessandra Pedrollo<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=””]Board of Directors<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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        • Cav. ing. Silvano Pedrollo<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Olympia Pizzolo<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Eng. Giulio Pedrollo<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Dr. Alessandra Pedrollo<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Marco Pedrollo<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=””]Operations Team<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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          • Alessandra Pedrollo<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Licia Girardi<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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