CREATING OPPORTUNITY THROUGH EDUCATION
Supporting educational programs that help children and young people in Colombia learn, grow and succeed.
EVERY CHILD DESERVES THE OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN, GROW AND SUCCEED.
Genesis Foundation is a U.S. 501(c)(3) private foundation committed to improving educational opportunities for children and young people in Colombia. Founded by Colombian business leaders who believed in giving back to the communities where they had lived and worked, Genesis has evolved from its first $10,000 investment into a long-term commitment to educational equity. Today, Genesis supports initiatives that strengthen educational quality, develop the skills of children and young people, and create opportunities for communities facing social and economic challenges.
INVESTING IN EDUCATION BUILDING OPPORTUNITY.
Genesis Foundation supports educational initiatives designed to create meaningful, measurable and lasting impact.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Supporting programs that strengthen early learning environments, improve teaching practices and help young children develop the skills that provide a foundation for future success.
STRONGER SCHOOLS
Investing in initiatives that strengthen teaching practices, promote innovation and improve educational outcomes for students in elementary, middle and high school.
YOUTH & INNOVATION
Creating opportunities for young people to develop the academic, digital and employability skills they need to continue their education and successfully enter a changing workforce.
OUR IMPACT
Participants reached through supported programs in 2025
Participating schools' average Saber 11 results above the national average in 2025
Increase in the probability of children reaching the highest performance level across evaluated competencies in participating preschools
Participants projected to be reached through Genesis-supported initiatives in 2026
PARTNERSHIP MULTIPLIES IMPACT
Working Together in Colombia
Genesis Foundation believes lasting educational change is built through strong local partnerships. By working with experienced organizations in Colombia, Genesis is able to direct resources toward programs with the knowledge, infrastructure and community connections needed to create meaningful impact. Our collaboration with United Way Colombia helps extend the reach of Genesis-supported initiatives and strengthens opportunities for children and young people across the country.
OUR STORY
A Commitment That Grew
Genesis Foundation began with a simple idea: that investing in education can create opportunities that extend far beyond the classroom. What started with a $10,000 commitment from Colombian business leaders grew into a long-term effort to support children and communities in Colombia. Over the years, Genesis has helped fund educational programs and initiatives focused on improving the quality of education and expanding opportunities for children and young people. Today, Genesis continues that commitment by supporting programs designed to strengthen education, develop skills and help create pathways to a brighter future.
LEADERSHIP
Carolina Esquenazi
President
Miree Kim
Treasurer & Secretary
Jaime Bermudez
Director
SUPPORT THE MISSION
Help Create Opportunity Through Education
Your support helps Genesis Foundation invest in educational initiatives that create opportunities for children and young people in Colombia. Every contribution helps extend the reach of programs focused on strengthening education, developing skills and building pathways to brighter futures.
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