global impact circle
The Global Impact Circle is a worldwide alliance of independent nonprofits focused on the localized development of the Global Advancement Programs
Through local representation, each foundation tailors its programs to regional needs while connecting participants to a global network of opportunities
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As the Administrative Chapter of the Global Impact Circle, Althafen Foundation operates at the intersection of local engagement and global vision. We continuously develop the four Global Advancement Programs while maintaining a forward-thinking perspective through ongoing dialogue with global partners. Our unique position at the heart of Europe’s creative innovation scene enables us to be in tune with talents on the rise, support ground-breaking projects at the earliest stage of development, and collaborate with leaders and pioneers on the global industry’s advancement.
Berlin, Germany
As the U.S. Representative Chapter of the alliance, Global Impact Circle Inc. is residing in New York, expanding partnerships and garnering a broader network of opportunities for the alliance. Positioned in one of the most relevant cultural and economic centres of the world, it provides a strategic gateway for navigating the evolving landscape of the arts and education industries. Under the leadership of Zeynep Alpan, a first-generation American dedicated to aligning creative work with community impact, the chapter remains both globally engaged and locally responsive.
New York, USA
Gualtiero Marchesi Foundation takes root in the legacy of the legendary Italian chef Gualtiero Marchesi. By valuing, promoting, and disseminating all forms of art as an essential characteristic of Italy, the Gualtiero Marchesi family—renowned for their unwavering commitment to quality above all else—believes that true excellence is built on a deep respect for the past. The new generation of Dandolo-Marchesi—co-artistic directors Bartolomeo (cello) and Guglielmo (violin)—aims to provide a platform to strengthen the Italian fine arts industry across all disciplines by providing opportunities to perform, showcase, educate, and collaborate.
Milan, Italy
Established in 2024 and headquartered at the Real Círculo Artístico, the Vera Musica Foundation aims to highlight the significance of Catalan fine arts traditions while fostering innovation by commissioning and supporting young artists both locally and internationally. Under the artistic direction of Marc Migó Cortés — composer and PhD recipient from The Juilliard School — this young initiative already plays a crucial role in the national contemporary music scene, while offering performance and development opportunities to participants of the Global Advancement Programs, contributing to a more comprehensive worldwide operation for the alliance.
Barcelona, Spain