What Fundación Conecta Mayor UC does

Fundación Conecta Mayor UC is a non-profit foundation established in 2020 under Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile that addresses the digital exclusion of older adults in Chile, with primary focus on vulnerable persons aged 70 and over. Its core product ecosystem comprises App Mayor, an Android application with simplified interface and shortcuts to public services; Espacio Mayor, a cross-platform iOS/Android/Huawei application aggregating government services, citizen benefits, and digital tools; and MayorIA, a conversational AI assistant embedded in Espacio Mayor launched in 2026. Complementing the digital products are Mundo Mayor, a fortnightly editorial magazine published jointly with El Mercurio, and 100 Líderes Mayores, an annual recognition program for active seniors aged 75 and above.

The foundation's technology stack rests on a geronto-technological design methodology validated by the Sociedad de Geriatría y Gerontología de Chile and the Centro de Estudios de la Vejez at UC. Applications feature large fonts, simplified buttons, pre-defined priority contacts, and pre-integrated service shortcuts to ChileAtiende, Fonasa, BancoEstado, Metro de Santiago, IPS, and other public services. The Central de Acompañamiento provides 24/7 telephone accompaniment, logging 5,240 effective conversation hours in a recent 90-day period. Reach extends to 336 Chilean municipalities (97% national coverage), with 80,000 vulnerable seniors digitally included through the Vamos Chilenos program in partnership with Entel.

The organization is funded through a blended non-profit model combining individual donations (monthly 5,000 CLP, annual 10,000 CLP, one-time 15,000 CLP, plus larger sponsorship tiers of 90,000–200,000 CLP), government grants (including a 120M CLP Fondo de Innovación para la Competitividad Regional award from Arica y Parinacota), and corporate partnerships. Strategic partners include Entel (in-kind device and data plan contributions), Deloitte and Cariola Díez Pérez-Cotapos (pro bono legal and consulting), El Mercurio (media co-publishing), PNUD Chile, SENAMA, and multiple government ministries. End-user applications are free, with revenue generated entirely on the supply side from donations, grants, and partner contributions.

Name

Fundación Conecta Mayor UC

Legal name

Fundación Conecta Mayor UC

Website

https://conectamayor.cl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Fundación Conecta Mayor UC is a Chilean non-profit foundation affiliated with the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile that promotes digital inclusion and social integration of older adults through accessible mobile applications, training programs, and policy advocacy, reaching 80,000+ seniors across 336 municipalities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Senior digital inclusion software

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Digital Inclusion & Civic Tech (Connectivity, GovTech for Social Good) (BPAGALAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Digital Inclusion & Public Tech Access Training (Device/Internet/Basic IT) (EDAAAFAE), Smart Cities & Urban Innovation Programs (Digital Planning, Civic Tech for Cities) (BPAIANAJ)

Keywords

• Senior accessibility software
• Digital inclusion programs
• Geronto-technology applications
• Nonprofit mobile services
• Older adults digital literacy

Headquarters

HQ city

Santiago

HQ country

Chile

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Donations and Memberships: Individual donations through monthly ($5,000 CLP), annual ($10,000 CLP), or one-time ($15,000 CLP) plans. Also larger donation amounts ($90,000-$200,000 CLP) for course sponsorship.
2. Government Grants and Partnerships: Funding from government regional innovation funds (Fondo de Innovación para la Competitividad Regional), SENAMA, and government ministries for digital inclusion programs.
3. Corporate Partnerships: Pro bono support from corporations (Deloitte, Cariola Díez Pérez-Cotapos) and strategic partnerships with companies (Entel, PNUD) for program implementation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Fundación Conecta Mayor UC develops, distributes, and supports free mobile applications (App Mayor and Espacio Mayor) that bring together government services, benefits, and digital tools in accessible interfaces for older adults in Chile. Complementing the apps, it operates a 24/7 telephone accompaniment center, the Mundo Mayor editorial magazine, the 100 Líderes Mayores recognition program, and a volunteer-led digital skills training portal—all delivered through a network of 336 municipalities and corporate partners to advance digital inclusion and reduce age-based discrimination.

Product overview

Fundación Conecta Mayor UC operates a portfolio of interconnected digital products and programs focused on the digital inclusion and social integration of older adults in Chile. Its primary mobile products are App Mayor (Android-focused smartphone accessibility app) and Espacio Mayor (a broader cross-platform aggregation hub available on iOS, Android, and Huawei). Both are grounded in inclusive design principles validated by gerontological experts. Espacio Mayor incorporates MayorIA, a conversational AI assistant. Complementing these core digital products, Conecta Mayor UC runs Mundo Mayor, a fortnightly editorial magazine with El Mercurio featuring senior profiles and digital tutorials; the annual 100 Líderes Mayores recognition program; a volunteer digital skills training portal (aprendeconectamayor.cl); and a centralized telephone accompaniment service for users. The product ecosystem is anchored in inclusive design, government service integration, and intergenerational community building.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• App Mayor: Free Android application designed for seniors with simplified interface, large buttons, and shortcuts to essential services like Metro, Chile Atiende, Fonasa, WhatsApp and Facebook.
• Espacio Mayor
• 100 Líderes Mayores
• Mundo Mayor

Products and services

• App Mayor App Mayor is a free Android mobile application designed with and for older adults who are not regular smartphone users. It features large buttons and text, simplified access to calls and contacts, and built-in shortcuts to essential services including Metro, ChileAtiende, Fonasa, WhatsApp and Facebook, with explanatory guides for basic smartphone use. The interface was co-developed with and validated by older adults in collaboration with Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile.
• Espacio Mayor Espacio Mayor is a free, accessible cross-platform digital application (iOS, Android, Huawei AppGallery) that aggregates government services, citizen benefits, and digital tools designed especially for older adults in a single, simple and safe interface. Developed by Conecta Mayor UC and validated by the Sociedad de Geriatría y Gerontología de Chile, it integrates direct shortcuts to ChileAtiende, Fonasa, Minsal, MTT, BancoEstado, Metro de Santiago, IPS, and others, with large text, clear buttons, and a geronto-technological design.
• Central de Acompañamiento Central de Acompañamiento is a permanent 24/7 telephone accompaniment center operated by Fundación Conecta Mayor UC that provides conversation, guidance, and digital-skills training to older adult users. Approximately 30% of beneficiaries utilize the service.

Quantifiable outcome

• 80,000 persons digitally included
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

AI capability2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Pontificia Universidad Católica de ChilecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent academic institution providing research backing, gerontological validation, and institutional infrastructure. UC Rector serves as President of the organization.
• SENAMA (Servicio Nacional del Adulto Mayor)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment agency for older persons' affairs, providing policy support and coordination for digital inclusion initiatives.
• El MercurioflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerCo-publishing partner for Mundo Mayor magazine (bimonthly publication) and co-organizer of 100 Líderes Mayores recognition program.
• PNUD Chile (UNDP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUnited Nations Development Program providing support for App Mayor development and digital inclusion programs.
• EntelflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerTelecommunications partner donating 80,000 mobile plans and collaborating on interface design for adapted smartphones.
• 336 Municipalities of ChileflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocal government partners for program delivery, reaching 97% of Chilean municipalities for digital inclusion initiatives.
• Deloitte ChileminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPro bono support for organizational operations and consulting services.
• Cariola Díez Pérez-CotaposminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPro bono legal support for organizational operations.
• Sociedad de Geriatría y Gerontología de ChilecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional society providing gerontological validation for applications and interfaces.
• The House AdvisoryminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPro bono consulting support for App Mayor development.
• Tironi & AsociadosminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPro bono communication and strategy consulting.
• Comunidad de Organizaciones Solidarias (COS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCivil society coalition partner in advocacy for Ley Integral de Personas Mayores and older persons' rights.
• Red Voces MayorescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition partner in advocacy and policy work for older persons' rights, including participation in Ley Integral de Personas Mayores drafting.
• UC CHRISTUSminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare network providing columnists and medical expertise for Mundo Mayor magazine content.
• Ministerio de Desarrollo Social y FamiliacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment ministry providing policy support and coordination for older persons' programs.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Honor Technology: Tech-enabled home care platform serving older adults and their families with care services and a network of care professionals. Comparable as a tech-enabled platform serving older adults, though focused on care delivery rather than digital literacy; reflects the broader senior-services platform opportunity.
• Intuition Robotics (ElliQ): Developer of ElliQ, an AI-driven companion device for older adults focused on reducing loneliness and supporting independent living. Comparable as an emerging player bringing AI-driven, senior-focused interaction products to the same target demographic Conecta Mayor UC serves with MayorIA.
• Generation: Global nonprofit providing free training and job placement, including programs aimed at older workers re-skilling for the digital economy. Comparable in the digital training and workforce re-entry angle for an underserved population, with overlap in adult digital literacy methodology.

Direct peers

• Senior Planet (AARP): Program of Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) that delivers free technology training and social engagement for older adults in the US. Direct comparable in providing digital skills classes, accessible technology environments, and a community-led model for senior digital inclusion.
• GetSetUp: Online learning marketplace offering live classes taught by older adults for older adults across technology, health, and hobbies. Directly comparable as a digital skills and community platform purpose-built for the 55+ demographic, similar in target user and product-led growth approach.
• Cyber-Seniors: Nonprofit that provides free digital literacy training, intergenerational mentoring, and tech support to older adults globally. Comparable in its mission of closing the digital divide for seniors through accessible training and volunteer-led support, similar to Conecta Mayor UC's volunteer training portal.

Broad incumbents

• HelpAge International: Global network of organizations promoting the rights and wellbeing of older people, with programs spanning digital inclusion, advocacy, and policy influence. Comparable in combining service delivery with high-level policy advocacy for older persons' rights, similar to Conecta Mayor UC's role in the Ley Integral de Personas Mayores.
• AARP: US-based nonprofit with a mission centered on empowering people 50+ through advocacy, services, and digital tools. Comparable to Conecta Mayor UC as a large, mission-driven organization focused on older adults' digital inclusion, financial security, and social connection, but at vastly greater scale.

Regional players

• Age UK: UK charity providing advice, products, and services for older people including digital skills training and information access. Comparable in operating a multi-channel service portfolio (advice, products, digital tools) for older adults through a national charitable structure.
• Fundación Telefónica: Spanish/Latin American corporate foundation running senior-focused programs including 'Mayores Conectados,' digital skills training, and advocacy for older adults. Direct regional comparable given shared Spanish-speaking markets, telecom-corporate parent model, and similar digital inclusion mission for seniors.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/conectamayor
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/conectamayor

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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