named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Donation of Wheelchairs for Chile
Procures and delivers wheelchairs to individuals with mobility challenges in Chile
Humanitarian Medical Mission
Provides medical assistance and supplies to communities in need in Chile
Mujeres Chilenas Lideres-NA
Creates a network for Chilean women leaders in North America to connect, share ideas, and advance professional opportunities
Publication of Ternura Centenary Edition
Published a facsimile edition of Gabriela Mistral's "Ternura" to commemorate its 100th anniversary, with proceeds supporting foundation programs
The Mistral Review
Bilingual academic journal promoting the study of Gabriela Mistral's work in areas such as poetry, human rights, education, and diplomacy
Violins for Montegrande
Donation of violins to support music education in Montegrande, Chile
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Charitable Grantmaking to Specific Causes 1 activity
- Funding humanitarian and cultural programs in Chile through publication proceedsGenerates full proceeds from sales of the facsimile edition of TERNURA and other publications to support aid programs and projects in Chile.
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Literary Events & Workshops 1 activity
- Hosting public events and commemorations for Gabriela Mistral's legacyHosts launch events for major publications such as the centenary edition of TERNURA, including in-person events at Instituto Cervantes in New York and online gatherings with editors. Also organizes events for International Women's Day and other occasions to celebrate Mistral’s legacy.
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Direct Clinical Care Delivery 1 activity
- Provision of medical and mobility assistance in ChileConducted a dental outreach operation in Castro, Chile, providing oral health services to the community, and donated wheelchairs to support individuals with mobility challenges.
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Advanced Literary Scholarship and Advocacy 1 activity
- Publishing academic and literary research on Gabriela MistralProduces "The Mistral Review," an annual bilingual academic journal published electronically, dedicated to scholarly work on Gabriela Mistral’s life and legacy.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Recognition of women's contributions through humanitarian awardsRecognizes women for their achievements in education, the arts, and social advocacy by awarding the Humanitarian Award to figures such as Isabel Allende, Cecilia Morel, Maria Grasso, and Michelle Bachelet based on their impactful work.
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Music Education Support 1 activity
- Support for music education and cultural development in ChileProvided 21 pianos to Chile through the “21 Pianos for Chile Project” to support music education and cultural development.
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Literary and Cultural Publishing 1 activity
- Translation and distribution of Gabriela Mistral's literary worksTranslates Gabriela Mistral's poetry and essays into English and produces bilingual printed and audiovisual materials, which are distributed free of charge to schools. Also includes the creation of bilingual sections in publications such as the centenary edition of TERNURA.
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Uncategorized 5 activities
- Distribution of cultural and educational materials to institutions in ChileDistributes special editions of TERNURA with original artwork exclusively to schools and libraries in Chile, and has donated 17 "Mistralian Corners" — likely cultural or educational spaces dedicated to Gabriela Mistral — to promote her legacy.
- Donation of equipment and vehicles for social initiatives in ChileDonated a pick-up truck to support autism-related initiatives and other community projects in Chile.
- Organizing gatherings for Chilean women in the United StatesHosts three meetings per year for Chilean women in the U.S. to exchange ideas and accomplishments, including planned events in New York (June 2024, October 2024) and Washington DC (April 2025).
- Production and dissemination of multimedia content honoring Gabriela MistralProduces video recordings of poetry recitals, a video book titled "Lucila y las palabras—La vida de Gabriela Mistral" featuring illustrations, animation, narration, and Chilean sign language, and other multimedia materials to honor Mistral’s achievements as a poet, teacher, and humanitarian.
- Publication of facsimile and commemorative editions of Gabriela Mistral's worksPublished a facsimile centenary edition of Gabriela Mistral's poetry collection TERNURA replicating the 1924 edition, a special bilingual edition commemorating 70 years since her Nobel Prize, and a book marking the 70th anniversary of the Nobel award. All proceeds from sales support aid programs in Chile.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$11K
Contributions & grants$11K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$10K
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balance sheet
Total assets$46K
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Net assets$46K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -69.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 5
- CECILIA ALATRIZ — DIRECTOR
- FERNANDO BURGOS — DIRECTOR
- MARIE D'COSTA — DIRECTOR
- NORAH VALENTINE — DIRECTOR
- PEDRO MAINO SWINBURN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 91
Who they work with
- Agricola Dalbosco, Chile Partner — Not-for-profit organization supporting the foundation’s initiatives
- Astromelia Films Partner — Collaborator in support of the foundation's activities
- BIG Magazine Partner — Media partner supporting the foundation
- BancoEstado, NY Partner — Financial institution listed among partners and collaborators
- Barnard College, NY Partner — Educational institution supporting the foundation's work
- Biblioteca Nacional de Chile, Archivo del Escritor Partner — Institutional collaborator recognized for support
- Bilingual Publications Company, NY Partner — Organization contributing to the foundation's outreach or publications
- Bryant Library, Roslyn, NY Partner — Library institution collaborating with the foundation
- CImagen, Chile Partner — Chilean cultural or media organization providing support
- Caritas Chile Partner — Nonprofit organization supporting the foundation's efforts
- Centro Cultural Mohammed VI para el dialogo de Civilizaciones Partner — Collaborated on the production of multilingual poetry recitals in tribute to Gabriela Mistral.
- Chess Educators, NY Partner — Educational group listed among collaborators
- Chile-US Chamber of Commerce, Miami Partner — Bilateral chamber supporting the foundation's mission
- College of Education, Texas State University, TX Partner — Academic unit supporting the foundation's educational mission
- ConFin Ediciones, Chile Partner — Publisher or editorial collaborator
- CorpBanca, NY Partner — Financial institution supporting the foundation
- Dalbosco Wines, Chile Partner — Corporate supporter of the foundation
- Daniela Meza Sigala Partner — Provided original artwork inspired by the poem "Doña Primavera" for the special donation edition of TERNURA
- Derco, Chile Partner — Corporate collaborator acknowledged in the foundation's network
- Directorate of Cultural Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Chile (Dirac) Government — Government entity supporting the foundation's cultural initiatives
- Directorate of the Chilean Community Abroad of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Chile (Dicoex) Government — Government body collaborating with the foundation
- EMD Design, Chile Partner — Design firm contributing to GMF initiatives
- El Mercurio & Encuentros El Mercurio, Chile Partner — Major Chilean media outlet collaborating with the foundation
- Elisa Fernandez Partner — Collaborated with the Gabriela Mistral Foundation on the "Quote of the Week" project.
- Elqui Valley Foundation Partner — Provided generous support for the publication of the book "From Chile to the World".
- Elqui Valley Foundation Partner — Supported the publication of the centenary facsimile edition of TERNURA
- Embassies & Consulates of Chile around the World Government — Global diplomatic network supporting GMF activities
- Embassy of Chile, Washington DC Government — Diplomatic mission supporting the foundation's work
- Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in Chile Partner — Collaborated on the production of multilingual poetry recitals in tribute to Gabriela Mistral.
- Estelita Literary Project Partner — Supported the publication of the centenary facsimile edition of TERNURA
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strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Cultural-Legacy-Driven Humanitarian Programmingmethodology: cultural_legacy_integrationBy integrating the literary and educational legacy of Gabriela Mistral with social programming, the foundation creates culturally resonant interventions that improve quality of life for underserved populations, because shared cultural identity strengthens engagement and impact.
- Global Legacy Expansion through Multilingual and Inclusive Disseminationmethodology: multilingual_inclusive_disseminationBy translating and sharing Gabriela Mistral’s work across languages and using inclusive multimedia formats (including sign language), the foundation broadens access to her legacy, because linguistic accessibility and inclusive design amplify reach and deepen cross-cultural understanding.
- Women’s Empowerment through Cultural Recognition and Advocacymethodology: women_empowerment_through_cultural_recognitionBy honoring women's achievements and creating platforms for Chilean women in the U.S. to share experiences in literature and art, the foundation fosters empowerment and community resilience, because recognition and peer-based cultural exchange reinforce agency and intergenerational inspiration.