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| Company type | Non-Profit |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | Daniel Jimenez, Giancarlo Sopo, Cherie Cancio, Andrew Jimenez |
| Headquarters | Miami, FL |
| Services | Sponsors free trips to Cuba for young Cuban Americans |
CubaOne Foundation, also known as CubaOne, is aMiami-basednot-for-profit organization that sponsors free 7-day trips toCuba for young Cuban Americans ages 22–35.[1]
It was founded by Daniel Jimenez, Giancarlo Sopo, Cherie Cancio, and Andrew Jimenez.[2][1]
CubaOne Foundation was launched in 2016.[3] It is modeled loosely afterBirthright Israel, theJewish organization that offers young Jews free trips toIsrael. The organization was founded by four Cuban Americans from Florida: Daniel Jimenez, Giancarlo Sopo, Cherie Cancio, and Andrew Jimenez.[4][5]
Eligible applicants must be 22-35 year-old Cuban Americans.[6][4]
CubaOne Foundation is funded by its founders.[7][8]
Since its launch, CubaOne Foundation has received mainly favorable press coverage. It was called "a groundbreaking organization" by Vivala[9] and "a wonderful initiative"[10] byNBC Miami. An opinion editorial inThe New York Times said that the program is an idea that Cuban American politicians "should ponder."[8]