Who We Are

Who We Are

The J.A. Grifols Foundation was established in 2008 in honor of Dr. Josep Antoni Grifols i Lucas, hematologist and entrepreneur, with the mission of contributing to the health and well-being of plasma donors and the communities where they live. 

As an homage to the pioneering work of Josep Antoni Grifols i Lucas, the J.A. Grifols Foundation provides support to thriving and vibrant communities where plasma and blood donors are valued and appreciated for their gift of plasma and blood. By creating community partnerships, the J.A. Grifols Foundation creates an immediate and enduring impact in the communities they call home.

J.A. Grifols Foundation provides support to thriving and vibrant communities where donors are valued and appreciated for their gift of plasma and blood

Our values

We are committed to core values that guide our mission and activities

Impactful

Impactful

Maximize our resources to meet the basic needs of individuals within donor communities

Caring

Caring

We are committed to understanding and helping meet the needs of the community and donors

Inclusivity

Inclusivity

Our actions are driven by a unified focus of identifying and prioritzing the most significant basic needs

Integrity

Integrity

We always strive to do the right thing, build trust, and bring value

About Dr. Josep Antoni Grifols i Lucas

About Dr. Josep Antoni Grifols i Lucas

Dr. Josep Antoni Grifols i Lucas was a celebrated scientist and pioneer of the plasmapheresis technique used to collect blood plasma. In 2008, this foundation was established in his honor, with the mission of contributing to the health and well-being of plasma donors and the communities where they live.

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Our core value is integrity where we strive to do the right thing, build trust, and bring value