Dedicated to protecting & preserving the natural world.
Clear Objectives.
Foster a Culture of Positive Impact Tourism.
Instilling in both tourists and tourism entrepreneurs the responsibility to contribute back to nature is our goal. We term this approach "Positive Impact Tourism," a form of circular tourism grounded in the simple concept that respecting is not enough: "You enjoy the land, you need to give back to the land."
Spread Awareness in Simple Forms.
Environmental and nature conservation issues can be complex to understand. We aim for simple, engaging methods to raise awareness and foster a deeper connection with the territory.
Our Model.
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We select only effective and impactful partners with a clear execution plan in mind to protect & regenerate the nature of the South-west of Portugal. 100% of profits are channeled to these causes and closely monitored to ensure the proper execution of the planned actions.
Support the Right Causes.
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Many foundations and environmental organizations struggle to connect with the younger, influential generation. We recognize that effective communication for our user base requires understanding and speaking the same language. In other words a communication style that is genuine and cool.
Engage Cultural Ambassadors.
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To reach our target and raise funds and awareness we organize events that are educational and cultural, combining a mix of sports, art & music. This cultural based approach, guarantees greater reach, but also more appeal for larger donors looking for meaningful give-back.
Promote Meaningful Experiences.
Be part of the crew.
The Vicentina Foundation brings together anyone who recognizes the unique beauty and power of this beautiful region.
In particular, we call out to all entrepreneurs and business owners who make this unique location their home – hotels, restaurants, tourism operators, farmers, winemakers, chefs, and neighbours – to work collaboratively towards a sustainable future for South-west Portugal.
Our Operative Model.
The project VICENTINA FOUNDATION is a trademark representing the work of " AMANTES TERRAS VICENTINAS - ASSOCIAÇÃO SEM FINS LUCRATIVOS PELA PRESERVAÇÃO DA COSTA VICENTINA E SUDOESTE ALENTEJANO " NIPC NUMBER 518739864, a non-profit association committed to the preservation of the Vicentina Coast and the natural environment of Southwest Alentejo.
Established in April 2025, the association adheres to a policy of open financial reporting, making all income, expenditures, and subsequent donations to third-party organizations publicly available online on an annual basis.
The association's executive team volunteers their services, ensuring that operational costs, covered by donations, are limited to fundraising event production. For each fundraising event, we publicly disclose the exact amount of funds directly allocated to supported initiatives or partner associations, providing donors with complete transparency regarding their contributions.
To streamline operations, save on bureaucratic costs and prioritize conservation efforts, the organization initially adopted the structure of an Associacao", thereby reducing complex bureaucratic processes. However, we aim to attain official "Fundação" (Foundation) status within the next 24 months, further enhancing our capacity to protect the region's natural heritage.