April 2021
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| Recognized 50 science teachers as part of the Amgen Biotech Experience which aims to increase the scientific literacy of teachers and students in the field of biotechnology.
(Spanish / English)
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| In partnership with the Flamboyan Arts Fund, Fundación Ángel Ramos will award $20K to the nonprofit who wins the arts and culture award at Grupo Guayacán's 2021 EnterPRize competition.
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Their "¡Todos a leer! ...en casa" ("Let's all read!...at home") project continues to have adults and celebrities read stories to incentivize
children to read.
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| Issued its 2020 impact report to highlight their work in providing connectivity to refugees, humanitarian aid and virtual study support.
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Reported on the $15MM invested in Puerto Rico since 2017 and their three-pronged approach to addressing the challenges on the island. (Spanish / English)
Announced the 2020 recipients of ten Puerto Rico Youth Fellowships supporting young
Puerto Rican leaders working to elevate justice, promote human rights, and help underserved communities on the island.
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