At the foundation, we merge a passion for football with a mission to bring about significant change. From community sports events to innovative aid programs, our organization is committed to driving social change. Equal opportunities for boys and girls around the world.
‘Same game, same rules’.
Tximist, a ray of inspiration. The foundation takes its name from Juan Carlos Samaniego, known as ‘Tximist’, Real Sociedad’s physical trainer who was always committed to sportsmen and women. Tximist is passion, effort, sacrifice and energy, and his example and values continue to inspire many people. Your values are our values.
Over 12,000 football players have taken center stage in the international Tximist Cup tournament, and more than 20,000 individuals have participated in our events and training sessions promoting empowerment and leadership in sports by providing support and resources for women and girls worldwide. Be part of our community, be part of the change.
An International Women’s Football Tournament that, since 2016, has seen the participation of more than 12,000 players from over 20 different countries. Participating clubs are invited based on their efforts in promoting women’s sports.
The TXIMIST FOUNDATION joins Football for the Goals, a United Nations initiative that encourages the global football community to use football to promote the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
More Information: www.un.org/en/footballforthegoals
The Tximist Foundation has been awarded in the second edition of the ODS Awards, organized by BBK and Cadena SER Euskadi. These awards seek to give visibility and recognize the work of individuals, companies and organizations that contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
This recognition honors our commitment and continuous work. The president of our foundation, Aintzane Encinas, had the honor of collecting this prestigious award on behalf of the Tximist Foundation, which was presented by Rafael Orbegozo, Iberdrola’s presidential advisor.
Tximist Foundation has been recognized with the Konpromisoa level in the first edition of the Euskadi 2030 Agenda Awards, an award that acknowledges the commitment of organizations from different sectors to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The award ceremony took place at Lehendakaritza (Vitoria-Gasteiz) and was presided over by Imanol Pradales Basque Government President.
This award, promoted by the Directorate of Social Innovation and the 2030 Agenda of the General Secretariat for Communication and Social Innovation of the Basque Government, aims to promote and raise awareness of the importance of integrating the SDGs into organizational management as a key element of sustainable competitiveness.