At Banco Santander, we believe in progress that transforms the world, and for nearly 30 years we have focused on three key pillars: education, employability, and entrepreneurship. We pursue this through a pioneering, unique, and global initiative that sets us apart from other financial and business institutions.
There are few things more inspiring than working to build a better world. That’s why at Santander, we strive every day to connect people, businesses, and universities, helping them move forward and thrive. We believe in progress that transforms the world, with a strong focus on education, employability, and entrepreneurship.
In education, we support universities through resources, scholarships, and programs to help them reach their full potential. We promote employability by providing people with access to continuous training and job opportunities aligned with their goals. And in entrepreneurship, we support SMEs, startups, scaleups, and entrepreneurial projects by giving them access to tools, resources, and key partners.
We help society move toward a more inclusive future, one with more opportunities for education and meaningful employment, with better-prepared educational institutions, and with stronger, more competitive businesses.
In 2024 alone, Santander invested €103.8 million and supported more than 2.2 million people and businesses. However, we have committed to invest an extra €400 million euros between 2023 and 2026.
supporting education, employability and entrepreneurship
euros invested in 28 years
people and businesses helped in 28 years
institutions and organisations from 14 countries
supporting education, employability and entrepreneurship
euros invested in 28 years
people and businesses helped in 28 years
institutions and organisations from 14 countries
Three pillars that are key for the progress of society:
Education
We support universities with initiatives that enable them to advance social progress, connect with peers, adapt to societal demands, and strengthen their academic communities.
Employability
We make learning opportunities accessible to everyone, supporting the development and improvement of professional skills, and enabling them to access job opportunities aligned with their goals.
Entrepreneurship
We support businesses and entrepreneurial projects in creating opportunities, growing, and transforming throughout the different stages of their journey, from launching an idea to scaling a business.
"When society invests in education, it grows sustainably, is more open and diverse, creates opportunity for everyone, and can tackle the conflicts and challenges of the future."
“We focus support on three pillars: education, employability, and entrepreneurship, which are essential for the growth of our communities and lay the foundations of a prosperous, and equitable future."