The Fundación Pedro Barrié de la Maza is a private foundation devoted to promoting the development of Galicia from a global perspective. With headquarters in Spain, all its projects and programs have Galician roots and international outreach. The Fundación is active in the following areas of education, research, culture and social work.
Pedro Barrié de la Maza, Count of Fenosa, created the Fundación in 1966, declaring it his universal heir. Banker, businessman and promoter of outstanding initiatives, he dedicated his life (1888-1971) to work for the economic, social and cultural progress of Galicia, his native land. This motive inspired the mission of the Fundación.
The Fundación Pedro Barrié de la Maza has been presided over since 1971 by the founder's widow, Carmela Arias y Díaz de Rábago, Countess of Fenosa. The Foundation's assets a total of about 1.500 million euros. It is the principal shareholder of Banco Pastor, the top bank of Galicia, with a 41,14% share of its stock. From its creation to the year 2006 the Fundación has devoted to its mission 268 million euros.