Fundación Exit

What Fundación Exit does

Fundación Exit is a Barcelona-based non-profit foundation founded in 2000 that works to reduce early school dropout among socially vulnerable youth in Spain (ages 16-21) and connect them with the labor market. Its core service portfolio consists of three programs — Orientación Laboral Integral (a four-module career guidance process: self-knowledge, labor market exploration, profession experimentation, and decision-making), Escuela-Empresa (dual vocational training combining classroom theory with company-based practice), and Empleo (job placement through the Incorpora Program of Fundación "la Caixa") — supported by the older Proyecto Coach (since 2008) and Speed Dating Reverse activities. The foundation also operates the GenExit digital platform associated with its mission.

The organization delivers programs exclusively through partnerships with educational centers (588 network partners), and does not enroll youth directly. It runs a network of 1,115 companies, 588 educational centers and social entities, and 8,364 corporate volunteers (as of August 2025), which collectively served 14,170 unique youth participants. It maintains a direct presence in 10 Spanish cities, with Barcelona, Madrid, and Sevilla as principal hubs, and is headquartered in Barcelona with a secondary office in Madrid.

The foundation is funded through a mixed model: corporate partnerships and private donations, public grants (Spanish national, regional, and municipal administrations, plus European programs), and social entity contributions. For FY 2024/25 it reported total income of €1,968,321.54 against total expenses of €1,972,389.47 (net result -€4,067.93), with project expenditure of €1,604,454.23. The individual donor funnel includes a €45/month recurring donation tier with tax deduction certificates under Spanish Law 49/2002. The organization is ISO 9001:2015 certified, GDPR compliant, and annually assessed by Fundación Lealtad.

Name

Fundación Exit

Legal name

Fundación Exit

Website

https://fundacionexit.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Fundación Exit is a Barcelona-based non-profit foundation that reduces early school dropout among vulnerable Spanish youth (ages 16-21) by running career guidance, dual vocational training, and job placement programs through a network of 588 educational centers and 1,115 partner companies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Employment and Vocational Training Services

NAICS

Vocational Rehabilitation Services (6243), Educational Support Services (61171), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Workforce Readiness, Career Pathways & Youth Employment Nonprofits (BPAGADAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Dropout Prevention, Alternative Education & Re-Engagement Nonprofits (BPAGADAL), Alternative Education & Dropout Prevention / Re-Engagement Programs (EDANAJAF)

Keywords

• Youth employability programs
• Vocational training services
• Early school dropout prevention
• Dual vocational training
• Career guidance programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Barcelona

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Corporate partnerships and private company contributions: Private companies collaborate with programs through donations, volunteering, and strategic alliances. This is the primary funding source alongside public funding.
2. Public funding and European programs: Financing received through government grants from public administrations and European programs.
3. Social entity contributions: Contributions from social entities and collaborations that support program delivery.
4. Donations and membership: Individual donors and members contribute to support programs. Donation certificates for tax deductions available under Spanish Law 49/2002.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Fundación Exit is a non-profit foundation that runs programs to reduce early school dropout and improve employability for socially vulnerable youth aged 16-21 in Spain. Its core offerings are three programs — Orientación Laboral Integral (comprehensive career guidance through four experiential modules), Escuela-Empresa (dual vocational training bridging classroom and company-based practice), and Empleo (employment integration through the Incorpora Program of Fundación "la Caixa"). Supporting offerings include Proyecto Coach (volunteer-led coaching sessions since 2008), Speed Dating Reverse (career exploration activity), and the GenExit digital platform.

Product overview

Fundación Exit operates a multi-program service portfolio focused on reducing early school dropout among socially vulnerable youth. The core offering consists of three main programs: Orientación Laboral Integral (comprehensive career guidance through four experiential modules), Escuela-Empresa (dual vocational training combining classroom learning with company-based practical experience), and Empleo (job placement assistance through the Incorpora Program). Supporting programs include Proyecto Coach (individualized coaching with company volunteers since 2008) and Speed Dating Reverse (group career exploration activities). The organization also operates the GenExit technology platform. All programs work to connect educational institutions with the business sector, creating pathways from vocational discovery to first employment experiences.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GenExit: A sub-brand or initiative of Fundación Exit, referenced at genexit.org landing page.

Products and services

• Orientación Laboral Integral Comprehensive career guidance program for socially vulnerable youth consisting of four experiential modules: self-knowledge (autoconocimiento), labor market exploration (exploración), profession experimentation (experimentación), and decision-making (toma de decisiones). Designed for FP Básica and PFI students aged 16-21 to discover their potential and build their academic and professional future.
• Escuela-Empresa Dual vocational training program that combines classroom theory with practical work experience in companies, maximizing student employability and labor insertion opportunities. Includes projects such as FP Dual and the hospitality training program 'Creamos Oportunidades en Hostelería' financed by Fundación Mahou San Miguel. Targets FP Grado Medio students.
• Empleo Employment program that connects vulnerable youth with job opportunities through the Incorpora Program of Fundación "la Caixa" and collaborating companies. Provides job search guidance, CV improvement, interview preparation, personal branding, and follow-up support for labor market access.
• Proyecto Coach Coaching program consisting of six sessions with volunteer professionals from collaborating companies, focused on self-knowledge, orientation, interview preparation, and first contact with the business world. The foundation's oldest program, running since 2008.
• Speed Dating Reverse Orientation activity where young people hear professionals present their career paths in brief individual meetings, allowing youth to explore the labor market, discover vocations, and reflect on their professional future.
• GenExit Technology platform associated with Fundación Exit that supports the organization's mission of reducing early school dropout and improving youth employability.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 14,000 young people served through programs
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

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Partnerships

29 partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.

• Programa Incorpora - Fundación "la Caixa"coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCore employment integration partnership through the Incorpora Program. Facilitates young people's access to the labor market by connecting them with real job opportunities through the network of collaborating companies.
• JPMorgan ChasestrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic corporate partner supporting Foundation programs for youth employability and educational success.
• FerrerstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic corporate partner contributing to programs that connect education and employment for vulnerable youth.
• Fundación la CaixastrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partner through the Incorpora Program for youth employment integration. Co-funding and programmatic collaboration.
• Fundación Mahou San MiguelstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partner financing the 'Creamos Oportunidades en Hostelería' program — official vocational training in hospitality sector, tutorized by Fundación Exit.
• United Way EspañastrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic ally in the network of organizations working to reduce early school dropout and improve youth employability.
• Fundación EndesacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAllied partner supporting educational and employment programs for vulnerable youth.
• CellnexcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAllied partner contributing to programs that connect education and employment.
• Fundación Iberdrola EspañacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAllied partner supporting youth employment and training programs.
• Allianz TechnologycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAllied partner contributing to youth employability programs.
• Banco SantandercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate ally supporting programs and initiatives for youth employment.
• ING EspañacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate ally contributing to youth employment and social programs.
• Eli Lilly and CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate ally supporting social programs for vulnerable youth.
• Fundación Banco SabadellcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAllied partner supporting employment and training programs.
• Fundación AccenturecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFriendly company partner supporting programs through expertise and resources.
• KPMGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborating entity providing professional expertise and support.
• Adecco GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHR solutions partner contributing to employment insertion programs.
• AxacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate ally supporting social responsibility initiatives.
• Deutsche BankcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate ally contributing to youth employment programs.
• PwC EspañacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional services partner providing expertise and program support.
• UnilevercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate ally contributing to employment and training programs.
• BMWcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate ally supporting youth employment initiatives.
• CaprabocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate ally contributing to community programs.
• ESADEminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFriendly company partner contributing to educational initiatives.
• Ministerio de Derechos Sociales y Agenda 2030coreOthersGovernment ministry providing public funding and regulatory oversight for foundations in Spain.
• Generalitat de Catalunya - Departament de Drets Socials i InclusiócoreOthersRegional government department providing public funding and social policy support.
• INJUVEcoreOthersInstituto de la Juventud de España — public youth agency contributing to programs.
• Ajuntament de BarcelonacoreOthersBarcelona City Council supporting local programs and initiatives.
• Diputació de BarcelonacoreOthersProvincial government body supporting programs in the Barcelona province.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Generation Spain: Global non-profit focused on training and placing unemployed or underemployed young people into careers, with operations in Spain. Comparable employment-placement model and youth-workforce-readiness focus, though smaller local scale and a more standardized, employer-pipeline-driven approach.

Broad incumbents

• Cáritas España (Youth programs): Cáritas' employment and education programs for vulnerable populations, including at-risk youth, across Spain. Larger and broader social-services scope, but directly comparable employment-insertion and education-completion interventions for the same beneficiary population.
• Cruz Roja Juventud (Spanish Red Cross Youth): Spanish Red Cross youth division running education, employability, and social-inclusion programs for at-risk youth. Broader humanitarian scope but overlapping target population and program types; significant scale and public-sector ties across Spain.

Direct peers

• Fundación Secretariado Gitano: Spanish non-profit foundation focused on the social and labor inclusion of the Roma community, with major programs targeting educational success and employment access for vulnerable youth. Highly comparable target population, methodology focus on dropout prevention, and Spanish national footprint.
• Fundación Tomillo: Madrid-based non-profit foundation working on social and labor integration of vulnerable youth through training and employment programs. Closely aligned mission with Fundación Exit in Spain's youth-employability space, operating dual vocational training and employment-insertion pathways.
• Fundación Adsis: Spanish non-profit working on social inclusion of vulnerable young people through training, employability, and social-action programs. Directly comparable in target beneficiaries (at-risk youth), program design (training + employment insertion), and Spanish national scope.
• Junior Achievement Spain: Spanish arm of Junior Achievement, a global youth-workforce-readiness non-profit delivering entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and career-readiness programs in schools. Overlaps with Fundación Exit's orientation modules and corporate-school delivery model, with similar corporate-volunteer mobilization.
• Pinardi: Spanish federation of social entities supporting vulnerable youth via socio-educational intervention, vocational training, and employment programs. Comparable mission in early school dropout prevention and youth labor insertion across Spain.

Regional players

• Aldeas Infantiles SOS España: Spanish arm of SOS Children's Villages supporting children and youth in care, including education-to-employment transition programs for transition-age youth. Comparable target demographic (youth at social risk, transition to adulthood) with a different intervention setting (residential care vs. schools).

Others

• European Youth Employment Network (European Commission): EU-level policy and funding infrastructure (not a direct delivery peer) that channels resources to organizations like Fundación Exit through the Youth Guarantee and similar initiatives. Relevant as a funder/policy counterpart rather than a competitor.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/fundacionexit
• TikToktiktok.com/@fundacionexit

Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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