About Us

Since 2014, the Fundación Intellectus has maintained a solid commitment with the academic development of medical, health, and science students.

Through our donations we have awarded more than 100 scholarships to students and contributed to 17 projects in the areas of health and education.

Our History

2014

Ponce Health Sciences Education Foundation d/b/a Fundación Intellectus was born to promote individual development and organizations' commitment to health.

2014

2015

Our first 3 scholarships were awarded to pay for the medical career of three students currently doing their specialty residencies in prestigious institutions.

2015

2017

The number of scholarships for medicine students in Puerto Rico was increased to 10.

2017

2018

The Foundation opened its offices in Ponce. In addition to offering scholarships for medical students, it began to sponsor research in the health area, collaborated with organizations that promoted the study of science at a pre-academic level and sponsored a cancer prevention program among University Students.

2018

2021

By the end of 2021, some 16 organizations and over 80 students had received support from the Intellectus Foundation.

2021

Mission

Promote the development of individuals and organizations committed to science and research on the physical and mental health of Puerto Ricans.

Vision

To be the leading entity that promotes knowledge and prevention as transforming elements of health in Puerto Rico.

Our Impact

The projects sponsored by the Foundation have helped over 5,500 people in initiatives related to education in the area of science, health prevention and emergencies caused by disasters, among others.