Our Mission
The mission of Fondazione Riccardo Catella is to promote a culture of sustainability in urban development and actively contribute to improving the quality of urban life through projects that enhance public spaces and green areas.
For the Foundation, sustainability represents a cross-cutting cultural dimension, based on the principles of respect, inclusion, and shared responsibility in the care of common goods.
Through civic-cultural projects, the Foundation generates social, educational, and environmental impact, contributing to the development of more aware, cohesive, and resilient urban communities.
Our Values
Every activity of the Foundation is guided by three core values, which inspire every project decision, intervention in the territory, and participatory process:
RESPONSIBILITY
We act with transparency and care, taking responsibility toward the community and the environment.
SUSTAINABILITY
We promote lifestyles and projects that respect both the planet and people.
COLLABORATION
We work in synergy with public institutions, associations, companies, and the community to amplify social impact.
Key Principles Guiding Our Work
In addition to these founding values, Fondazione Riccardo Catella is guided by key principles that reflect its cultural, operational, and relational approach. These concepts define the Foundation’s identity and the direction of every project:
LISTENING
We foster dialogue, participation, and inclusion by listening to the needs of citizens, whom we recognize as holders of value and significant contributors to the evolution of our projects. In this way, we help build a respectful and collaborative environment.
COMMUNITY
We believe in the active involvement of citizens in decision-making processes and the co-design of public spaces.
NETWORK
We connect ideas, skills, and resources to create collective value.
INCLUSIVITY
We promote initiatives that engage diverse communities and design public spaces that are accessible, without physical or cultural barriers.
EDUCATION
We guide new generations through educational paths that foster civic awareness, shared care of common goods, and respect for the environment.
CULTURE AND NATURE
We promote outdoor cultural experiences, making public spaces lively, accessible, and participatory, where culture, nature, and community intersect.
PUBLIC SPACE MANAGEMENT AND CARE
We take care of public space as a common good, promoting sustainable and replicable management models that can generate long-lasting impact.