Gasol Foundation / Spain and Portugal
Who are they ?
The Gasol Foundation was founded in 2013 by brothers Pau & Marc Gasol, two Olympians and NBA All-Stars. Their activities are developed in the United States, Spain and Portugal thanks to the financial support of BNP Paribas Cardif (for the countries of the Iberian Peninsula).
Their mission ?
To reduce childhood obesity through the promotion of healthy habits focused on the four pillars of the Healthy Galaxy: physical activity and sport, healthy eating, sleep and rest, and emotional well-being.
8649 people impacted during 3 years of intervention
8649 people in Spain and Portugal from disadvantaged families have benefited from Gasol’s interventions and workshops. Here are the 2 programmes that BNP Paribas Cardif supports:
Why did we choose to join forces with the Gasol Foundation?
- The foundation works in schools and social centers that house children from the most vulnerable neighborhoods, where there is a 2.5 times greater risk of developing obesity than the most advantaged.
- They have a long-term approach to changing habits and provide tools that help sustain such change.
- All Gasol Foundation projects are backed by scientific evidence, ensuring rigorous implementation of its programs.
- Supporting the Gasol Foundation is contributing to reducing social inequalities and increasing access to health and knowledge.
