Promoting and supporting projects that preserve and develop the Basque language and culture, as well as cultural, sporting and environmental heritage.
The bicycle as a vehicle for culture
Cultural protagonist
Preserving the historical heritage of the bicycle
Elgoibar Machine Tool Museum
The Elgoibar Machine Tool Museum safeguards industrial history, showcasing the evolution of manufacturing and its key role in developing the business and technology network.
As an “Honorary Friend”, Orbea Foundation supports the conservation, study and dissemination of the museum’s industrial legacy, strengthening its role in knowledge transmission.
Promote awareness of the bicycle industry and its technological evolution, linking it to industrial tradition and the cooperative social economy model.
Active promotion of the Basque language
Orbea’s Basque Plan
The Orbea Euskera Plan promotes the use of Basque within the cooperative, encouraging its presence in the workplace, internal and external communication, and daily life among its employees.
Orbea Foundation supports the plan through training, resources and initiatives that reinforce Basque as a working language within the company.
Normalise the use of Basque at Orbea, consolidating it as a language of communication and strengthening its role in corporate identity.
Ikastolen Elkartea
The Ikastolen Jaiak project includes Herri Urrats, Ibilaldia, Araba Euskaraz, Kilometroak and Nafarroa Oinez—festivals held annually across Euskal Herria to promote the Basque language and education, strengthen its use and reinforce Basque cultural identity.
Orbea Foundation supports these initiatives by providing resources and communications support to increase their impact, promote Basque-language education and encourage community participation.
Promote the use of Basque in education and society, contributing to the preservation of Basque cultural and linguistic heritage.
Korrika
Korrika is a race in support of the Basque language organised by Basque Language School AEK. It crosses Euskal Herria to promote the Basque language and culture, encouraging its use in all areas of society.
Orbea Foundation collaborates with Korrika by supporting its logistics and communications, providing resources to enhance its reach and bring the Basque language to more people.
Encourage the use of Basque in all areas of life, contributing to the preservation and promotion of Basque cultural heritage.
Traditional sports as identity markers
Volo
Volo is a non-profit association of volunteers passionate about Basque heritage sports like Pelota and Cesta Punta. Their mission is to make Cesta Punta accessible to all, promoting the sport and democratising its practice.
Orbea Foundation supports the design and development of baskets using advanced materials and modern manufacturing, ensuring access across all levels while preserving traditional craftsmanship.
Promote technologies that industrialise, preserve in the future and expand Cesta Punta, encouraging the practice of Basque sports and preserving their cultural and artisanal heritage.
Preserving natural environments
Whales & Dolphins
Whales & Dolphins is a global organisation dedicated to protecting whales and dolphins, advocating for conservation, animal welfare and marine life education.
Orbea Foundation supports marine conservation projects and efforts to protect whales and dolphins, contributing to the wellbeing of these species and their habitats.
Promote environmental protection and social justice by conserving marine life and supporting vulnerable communities, while respecting and preserving their environment.
Great Barrier Reef
The Great Barrier Reef Foundation works to protect the reef through restoration, conservation and education projects that safeguard this vital global ecosystem.
Orbea Foundation supports initiatives that conserve and restore the marine ecosystem of the Great Barrier Reef, helping protect its biodiversity.
Contribute to environmental protection and social justice by ensuring the conservation of natural heritage for future generations and vulnerable communities.
Iurretako Kofradien Batzordea
Iurretako Kofradien Batzordea is an organisation that fosters community life and solidarity through local activities and traditions, contributing to the region’s social and cultural well-being.
Orbea Foundation supports the organisation’s solidarity initiatives, reinforcing its social and cultural mission within the community.
Promote social and environmental solidarity by supporting vulnerable groups and developing projects that drive social justice and protect those most in need.
Lurgaia
Fundación Lurgaia works to restore and preserve natural heritage by promoting biodiversity and the recovery of ecosystems through native species reforestation.
Orbea Foundation supports native tree planting to improve forest health, restore biodiversity and offset carbon emissions.
Promote environmental protection by supporting ecosystem regeneration and contributing to a more sustainable future for upcoming generations.