Sousa Mendes Foundation

Type

The Sousa Mendes Foundation, dedicated to honoring the memory of the Holocaust rescuer Aristides de Sousa Mendes, has a two-fold mission: raising funds for the restoration of the Casa do Passal and the creation within its walls of a museum and memorial site; and sponsoring US-based projects that perpetuate his legacy,

Services

"Journey on the Road to Freedom" tour for Holocaust educators through France, Spain and Portugal; film screenings; exhibitions; museum development; interactive website; conferences on refugees, rescue and neutrality during World War II, Sunday programs on rescue and resistance.

Established (Year): 2010

AHO Member: Yes

Persons

Olivia Mattis (President)

Mariana Abrantes de Sousa (Treasurer)