Our Story
Patagonia Bright Futures Foundation was born from a life transformed by generosity, guided by a deep commitment to making a difference, and fueled by an enduring desire to give back. Our roots do not lie in vast fortunes, but in the simple, powerful joy of helping bright young individuals find their path forward.
We exist to create opportunities, building bridges between education and peace, and empowering the next generation of global citizens to thrive and contribute to a better world.
Our Campaigns
Give the gift of knowledge
Current ways to help our Mission
Your donation can change a life.
By giving today, you’ll help a bright young student to attend a two-week program
focused on leadership, global citizenship, and personal growth
Your support fuels both their future-and the broader mission of UWC schools through
increased awareness and fundraising impact.
Our Role
At Patagonia Bright Futures Foundation, we believe that academic learning must be complemented by deep, experiential education. Real growth happens when young people are immersed in opportunities that challenge their perspectives and connect them with others across cultures.
We are committed to making these transformative experiences accessible to students from all walks of life, regardless of nationality, socioeconomic status, culture, race, or religion. By fostering meaningful connections, we nurture understanding, promote respect, and help shape the global citizens our world needs.
Leadership
The foundation’s leaders come from a broad range of backgrounds and are guided by the foundation’s ethos:
"Education is the most powerful weapon which can be used to change the world."
— Nelson Mandela
The Global Reach of your Generosity
Donors like you have impacted the lives of students of these countries:
Argentina | Chile | Costa Rica | USA | Canada | UK | Netherlands | Germany | Italy | Norway | Bosnia Herzegovina | Armenia | India | China | Hong Kong | Japan | Bahamas | Senegal | Ukraine | Venezuela | Colombia |