Matia Fundazioa

What Matia Fundazioa does

Matia Fundazioa is a Basque nonprofit foundation headquartered in Donostia-San Sebastián, Spain, dedicated to gerontological research and social/healthcare innovation for aging populations. The foundation operates through an integrated ecosystem of related entities including Matia Instituto Gerontológico (its applied research arm), Matia Orienta (a free information and orientation service for individuals and families navigating dependency situations), Matia Eskola (training programs for care professionals), and Matia Zaleak (donation and collaboration program). Its work centers on co-generating and transferring knowledge through social and health innovation projects to enable dignified aging, with the overarching purpose of ensuring older adults can age with autonomy and quality of life.

The foundation's underlying "technology" is methodological rather than software-based. Its core intellectual property consists of the Person-Centered Care (Atención Centrada en la Persona / ACP) framework, the Como en Casa residential care transformation model (pilot model for converting residential centers into personalized, home-like cohabitation units), the Biziaria longitudinal study methodology tracking Basque residents aged 70+, and a participatory care ecosystem development methodology deployed across municipalities. Service offerings include publications (Rutas ACP, Cuadernos prácticos), in-person and online training (courses, webinars, tutorials), technical consulting and accompaniment for institutions implementing care transformation, and free citizen-facing orientation through Matia Orienta. In 2024, the foundation reported activity indicators including 4,971 participants in expert forums, 645 professionals trained in ACP, 34 publications, 51 conference papers, and 23 collaborative projects.

Matia Fundazioa is funded primarily through public sector grants from the Basque Government (Gobierno Vasco), the Provincial Government of Gipuzkoa (Diputación Foral de Gipuzkoa), and individual municipalities, supplemented by international grants from the European Commission and the Inter-American Development Bank (BID), plus revenue from professional training and consulting services. Its customer base consists almost exclusively of public administration clients — regional and municipal governments — with selected international collaborations. The foundation operates as a non-commercial entity focused on public service mission; the Matia Orienta service is provided free to end users, and there are no signs of equity ownership, venture funding, or plans for commercialization. Its principal strategic challenge is sustaining diversified public funding while scaling methodology beyond the Basque Country into broader Spanish and international markets.

Name

Matia Fundazioa

Legal name

Matia Fundazioa

Website

https://matiainstituto.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1881

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Matia Fundazioa is a Basque nonprofit foundation operating Matia Instituto Gerontológico, conducting applied gerontological research, developing Person-Centered Care methodologies, and providing consulting, training, and free orientation services to public institutions and municipalities focused on aging populations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Gerontological Research and Elder Care Consulting Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412), Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (54169), Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities (54172)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742), Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050)

akta.pro primary industry

Chronic Disease & Complex Care Management (Geriatrics) (HLADALAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Benefits, Insurance & Entitlement Navigation (Medicare/Medicaid/VA/LTC) (HSABAIAG), Geriatric Rehabilitation Programs (HLADAJAL), Behavioral Health & Cognitive Support Coordination (Dementia, Depression, SUD) (HSABAIAF), Assisted Living with Memory Care (Mixed Campus) (HLADABAB)

Keywords

• Gerontological research
• Person-centered care
• Elder care consulting
• Aging policy research
• Care ecosystem development

Headquarters

HQ city

Donostia-san Sebastián

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Public Institution Funding: Core funding from Basque Government (Gobierno Vasco), Provincial Government of Gipuzkoa (Diputación Foral de Gipuzkoa), and municipal governments for research projects, longitudinal studies, and care ecosystem development initiatives.
2. International Funding: Grants and project funding from European Commission (7th Framework Programme), Inter-American Development Bank (BID), and other international organizations for specific research and innovation projects.
3. Training and Consulting Services: Revenue from professional training programs, courses, webinars, and technical consulting services provided to public institutions and care organizations.
4. Matia Orienta Free Service: Free information and orientation service for individuals and families on dependency and social-healthcare options, provided as part of public service mission.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Matia Fundazioa, through Matia Instituto Gerontológico, conducts gerontological research and provides applied knowledge services including person-centered care consulting, professional training, and free information guidance on dependency and elder care. It runs longitudinal studies such as Biziaria, transforms municipal care ecosystems through participatory methods, and delivers training (courses, webinars, tutorials) and technical consulting to public institutions and care organizations.

Product overview

Matia Fundazioa (Matia Instituto Gerontológico) is a gerontological institute that operates as a research and knowledge generation organization focused on aging and care. The organization offers a portfolio of services including Matia Orienta (a free information and orientation service for dependency situations), training programs (courses, webinars, tutorials), consulting services, and the Rutas ACP (person-centered care pathways). Its work is primarily research-driven, encompassing longitudinal studies like Biziaria, municipal care ecosystem projects across Basque Country municipalities, and publications on aging, care models, and social policies. The organization functions as a knowledge center rather than a technology product company.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Matia Zaleak: Donation and collaboration program for supporting Matia's mission
• Matia Orienta
• Matia Eskola

Products and services

• Matia Orienta Free information and orientation service that resolves doubts on dependency situations and provides guidance on socio-healthcare options (public and private) in Gipuzkoa for individuals and families.
• Cursos de Formación (Training Courses) Educational courses on gerontology, person-centered care (ACP), and aging-related topics aimed at care professionals and institutions.
• Webinars Online training sessions delivered on aging, care, and gerontological topics for care professionals and the broader community.
• Tutoriales (Tutorials) Tutorial-based learning materials supporting professional development for staff in care settings.
• Consultoría y Acompañamiento (Consulting and Accompaniment) Technical consulting and accompaniment for municipalities, care institutions, and other organizations implementing person-centered care (ACP) models and care transformations.
• Rutas ACP (Person-Centered Care Pathways) Pathways for advancing person-centered care that provide practical guides and resources to support implementation of ACP in care organizations and municipalities.
• Biziaria - Estudio Longitudinal sobre Longevidad y Cuidados Population-based longitudinal study tracking Basque residents aged 70+ over extended periods to analyze aging processes, evaluate changes, and provide evidence for public policy on longevity and care.
• Eibar Bakardadeak Research project investigating loneliness situations among residents of the municipality of Eibar, combining quantitative and qualitative methodologies in partnership with local social services.
• Ecosistema de Cuidados de Orio Participatory care ecosystem project in the municipality of Orio aimed at transforming local care systems through feminist and community-based approaches, including a Care Office pilot for prevention and coordination.
• Ecosistema de Cuidados de Azpeitia Local care ecosystem initiative in the municipality of Azpeitia focused on guaranteeing continued care pathways for all residents through personalized care plans and case management methodology.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4,971 participants engaged in expert forums
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and secondary.

• Diputación Foral de Gipuzkoa - Departamento de Cuidados y Políticas SocialescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Collaborative development of the Reference Framework for Care and Support Model based on standards. Led by Integral Management Service of Centers, with Matia Fundazioa providing technical expertise for care transformation.
• Gobierno Vasco (Basque Government)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Primary funder and strategic partner for the Biziaria longitudinal study on longevity and care in the Basque Country. Part of the Basque Strategy with Elderly People (2021-2024). Project tractor of the Vasca Strategy.
• Ayuntamiento de EibarcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsortium partner for Eibar bakardadeak project investigating loneliness situations among municipality residents. Joint research combining quantitative and qualitative methodologies.
• Ayuntamiento de OriocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Orio Care Ecosystem project aiming to transform care systems through participatory and feminist approaches. Includes Care Office pilot for prevention and coordination.
• Ayuntamiento de AzpeitiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Azpeitia Care Ecosystem project to guarantee continued care pathways for all municipal residents. Includes case management methodology implementation.
• Ayuntamiento de MadridmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnical assistance provider for development of III Plan Madrid ciudad amigable con las personas mayores 2026-2028. Participative methodology involving government areas and senior council.
• Newcastle University (Centre for Ageing and Inequalities)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic collaboration through participation in British Society of Gerontology congresses and knowledge exchange on longitudinal studies and aging research.
• Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo (BID)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on international research including study on day centers in Latin America and the Caribbean, and reports on long-term care fragility during COVID-19.
• Universidad Complutense de MadridsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic collaboration with researchers like Daniel Prieto contributing to Etxean Bizi study and other gerontology research projects.
• Universidad Autónoma de MadridsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership through Master's program in Gerontología Social where Mayte Sancho earned her degree and maintains academic connections.
• IMSERSO (Instituto de Mayores y Servicios Sociales)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFormer institutional partner where Mayte Sancho served as Observatory Director (1999-2008). Current collaboration on national aging policies and dependency law.
• Fundación Pilares para la Autonomía PersonalsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partner in Etxean Ondo project and development of person-centered care practice materials and Cuadernos prácticos series.
• Obra Social La CaixasecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerSocial work funding partner for projects including Vivir bien, sentirse mejor, Carta sobre envejecimiento y cuidados, and Centro de Mayores programs.
• Gobierno de Navarra - Observatorio de la Realidad SocialsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on Long-term Care in Navarra study with 5 axes for future care system construction, involving Matia Instituto researchers.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo (BID) - División de Protección Social y Salud: Listed as an active Matia collaborator on long-term care and day-center studies in Latin America. Comparable as a multilateral funder commissioning applied aging research from institutes like Matia.
• Fundación Matia Fundazioa (corporate parent entities - Matia Zaleak, Matia Eskola): The broader Matia ecosystem (residential accommodations via Matia Zaleak and training arm Matia Eskola) is adjacent — operating care delivery and training capacity that complements Matia Instituto's research focus.

Direct peers

• Fundación Pilares para la Autonomía Personal: Spanish nonprofit also focused on person-centered care models for older adults, co-authoring Matia's Etxean Ondo project and Cuadernos prácticos — directly comparable in mission, methodology, and target audience (care institutions and public administrations).
• Karolinska Institutet - Aging Research Center: Internationally recognized gerontology research centre producing longitudinal population-based studies — closely comparable to Matia Instituto's research methodology (e.g., Biziaria) and knowledge-transfer mission.
• Fundación Edad&Vida: Spanish foundation studying and advocating on aging, longevity, and care quality — comparable as a knowledge-generation and policy-influence nonprofit targeting Spanish public institutions and care providers.
• CEAFA (Confederación Española de Alzheimer): Spanish national confederation focused on Alzheimer's and dementia care, also collaborating with public administrations on person-centered care. Comparable as a knowledge-driven nonprofit influencing Spanish elder-care policy and practice.
• Newcastle University - Centre for Ageing and Inequalities: Academic research centre with longitudinal aging studies and British Society of Gerontology links, listed as a Matia collaborator. Directly comparable as a translational gerontology research centre working with public policy partners.

Regional players

• Fundación Cibernàrium - Programa de Gent Gran (Barcelona Activa): Barcelona-based municipal aging program combining training, digital literacy, and active-aging services — comparable regional player deploying training and ecosystem-style interventions for older adults in a different Spanish region.

Broad incumbents

• IMSERSO (Instituto de Mayores y Servicios Sociales): Spain's national agency for older adults and social services; Matia's leadership (Mayte Sancho) previously led its Observatory. Comparable as the dominant national policy and program body in the same space Matia researches.
• AGE Platform Europe: European-wide network advocating for older adults' rights and influencing EU aging policy — comparable in mission scope but at EU level rather than regional, positioning Matia as a regional counterpart feeding into similar policy dialogues.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries1 record

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