About Us

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

Through our contributions we have awarded scholarships and donations to more than 1.6K students, besides the contribution of 42 projects in the area 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
2024
We celebrated our 10th anniversary in Hacienda Aldeana, Cidra, PR and by the end of this year, 26 organizations and over 1.6K students had received support from the Fundación Intellectus.
2024

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 9,000 people in initiatives related to education in the area of science, health prevention and emergencies caused by disasters, among others.

Amount of People

Board of Directors

Dr. Francisco Javier Cerra
President
Aracelis Vidal Rivera, Esq.
Vice President
Laura B. Rexach Olivencia
Executive Director
Ramón Ponte, CPA

Treasurer

Héctor A. Santini, Esq.

Secretary

Dr. Olga Rodríguez
Member
Dr. Gilberto Ruiz-Deyá
Member
Dr. Raúl Montalvo
Member
Ana María Vidal Cerra, MA

Member

Dr. Laureano Giráldez

Member