The Nando and Elsa Peretti Foundation welcomed Their Majesties the King and Queen of Spain, together with Her Royal Highness the Princess of Asturias and Girona and Her Royal Highness Infanta Sofía, to discover Elsa Peretti’s Legacy in Sant Martí Vell.

On the 24th July 2025, the Nando and Elsa Peretti Foundation welcomed Her Royal Highness the Princess of Asturias and Girona and Her Royal Highness Infanta Sofía in Sant Martí Vell, the vital and creative refuge of Elsa Peretti now protected by the Nando and Elsa Peretti Foundation.

Accompanied by the Minister of Industry and Tourism, Mr. Jordi Hereu, the Government Delegate in Catalonia, Mr. Carlos Prieto, and representatives of the Princess of Girona Foundation, the royal guests visited several properties restored and reimagined by Elsa Peretti in the village she called home.

These included three houses each reflecting different phases of her creative journey and the museum that houses her personal collection and life’s work, all preserved by the Nando and Elsa Peretti Foundation.

Throughout the tour the Princesses accompanied by young participants of the “Gitalent” program, an initiative supported by the Princess of Girona Foundation to promote talent development among youth in the region. This intergenerational dialogue reflects our shared commitment to fostering creativity, inclusion, and opportunity for future generations.

Earlier that morning, the Foundation participated in a programming workshop as part of the “Ellas Hablan Código” initiative, led by Eugenia Silva. This project, developed in collaboration with Code.org, aims to spark interest among young people in Spain by providing real and accessible role models. The Nando and Elsa Peretti Foundation also highlighted the partnership with the Princess of Girona Foundation, working to support young people through education, social entrepreneurship, emotional wellbeing, and cultural engagement. Mentioning in particular projects such as the Special Intervention Plan for Youth in Valencia, launched in response to the effects of the DANA storm.

Following the visit, Their Royal Highnesses, joined by Their Majesties the King and Queen, attended a working session with the Youth Advisory Council of the Princess of Girona Foundation. This council presented insights and proposals around four key areas: emotional wellbeing, ethical and educational challenges of Artificial Intelligence, representation of youth role models, and the development of the Generational Development Goals (ODG) a new roadmap designed to meet the needs and aspirations of today’s youth.

The day concluded with a lunch with past and present award recipients, highlighting the importance of celebrating and connecting young leaders across sectors and generations.

The Nando & Elsa Peretti Foundation is proud to have played a central role in this day dedicated to young talent, creativity, and legacy, and remains committed to preserving Elsa Peretti’s vision while supporting transformative initiatives that empower future generations.

Sant Martí Vell is a space of collaboration between two foundations, where we have launched spaces for dialogue and inspiration for young people. This has motivated us to showcase the kind of work we are doing and, most importantly, the legacy of Elsa Peretti, Italian by origin, Catalan at heart.
Salvador Tasqué Director General of the Princess of Girona Foundation

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