Caring for Our Community

The Vines Foundation

The philanthropic arm of The Vines, an Argentine farming, winemaking, and hospitality company based in Mendoza, Argentina. The Vines Foundation is a private, non-profit, non-governmental organization under section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code.

Since 2020, our mission has focused on creating real opportunities that promote sustainable development and long-term transformation in the community of Tunuyán. We believe in creating meaningful change—together.

Who We Are

The Vines Foundation is a catalyst for positive change in the Uco Valley of Mendoza, Argentina. Our vision is to see the Uco Valley flourish as a model of sustainable development, where The Vines Foundation’s initiatives serve as a blueprint for community-centric progress. The foundation is a private, non-profit, non-governmental organization under section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code.

Our Work

We’re dedicated to uplifting the Tunuyán community through diverse initiatives. From operating community kitchens and providing educational resources to offering workshops, we strive to support families in need. Similarly, our dog shelter rescues and rehabilitates homeless dogs, working towards finding them loving homes, embodying our commitment to compassion for all.

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The Vines Foundation Pillars

Community Health & Wellbeing

Education & Empowerment

Community Engagement

Our Projects

Meeting Basic Needs

This initiative addresses urgent material needs—like shoes, school supplies, and winter clothing—for children and families living in vulnerable conditions.

University of Notre Dame Partnership

The Vines Foundation partners with the University of Notre Dame’s Keough School of Global Affairs to connect the Foundation’s mission of supporting sustainable development in Tunuyán to evidence-based solutions. TVF works with student research teams to identify, adapt, and implement successful models related to community health, nutrition, vocational training and economic development, and much more.

Community Gardens and Nurseries

These gardens, developed in partnership with INTA, promote environmental education, food sovereignty, and sustainable agriculture in communities facing hardship.

Mobile Veterinary Unit for Spaying and Vaccination

This mobile program delivers veterinary care to remote areas and promotes responsible pet ownership through education and disease prevention, improving the lives of both animals and people.

Dog Shelter

Our shelter provides safe haven, medical care, and adoption opportunities for abandoned and stray dogs, working to ensure every animal receives a second chance.

Community Kitchens

We partner with local soup kitchens to provide regular, nutritious meals to children in vulnerable situations, supporting their development and promoting food security within their families.

Organizations We Partner With.

Generating alliances with supportive and socially responsible companies is a key piece of our commitment to the development of our communities.

Impact Numbers

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Spay/neuter Surgeries

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Vocational courses students

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