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Eve Branson Foundation

The Eve Branson Foundation supports communities in Morocco’s Atlas Mountains through craft training, livelihood skills and education. Founded by Eve BransonEve BransonEve Branson (1924–2021) was a British philanthropist, writer and former flight attendant, and Richard Branson’s mother. She founded the Eve Branson Foundation to support crafts, vocational training and communities in Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains.Open the full entry, it dates its origins differently in its biography and timeline, to 2005 and 2006 respectively.

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Origins and differing foundation dates

Eve Branson developed the initiative through contact with communities near Kasbah Tamadot. Her official biography dates the foundation to 2005, when she was 81, while its timeline places establishment in 2006.⁠[1][2]

Craft centres and training

The first craft centre opened in Tansghart in 2008, followed by training in weaving, sewing and carpentry. The programs seek to create livelihood opportunities through skills and products.⁠[2]

Community facilities and education

The timeline records a water-well project in 2019, a 2022 Virgin AtlanticVirgin AtlanticVirgin Atlantic is a British airline founded by Richard Branson in 1984, providing long-haul passenger and cargo services. It operates a transatlantic joint venture with Delta Air Lines and Air France-KLM, joined SkyTeam in 2023 and appointed Josh Bayliss chair in 2026.Open the full entry fundraising climb supporting a study centre in Asni, and hotel retail opportunities for handmade products in 2023. Its work combines infrastructure, education and market access.⁠[2]

Related Organizations, Websites, and Public Accounts

Eve Branson Foundation: Official link: https://evebransonfoundation.org.uk/ (opens in a new window).⁠[1]

Sources

  1. Eve Branson (opens in a new window)
  2. Our Story (opens in a new window)
  3. Richard Branson (opens in a new window)
  4. Virgin Limited Edition | Luxury Retreats Across The Globe (opens in a new window)
  5. Virgin Atlantic (opens in a new window)
  6. Eve Branson (opens in a new window)
  7. Virgin Unite (opens in a new window)