Santa Comba
A family ecosystem where knowledge, values and impact come together
GSI is part of Santa Comba, a family-led ecosystem
Where investment, business and philanthropy come together to drive long-term impact under a shared approach rooted in value investing.
Founded by María Ángeles León and Francisco García Paramés
The group is built on a core belief: that personal freedom grows through knowledge.
Each initiative operates independently
Yet Santa Comba is a connected ecosystem where capital, ideas and talent flow across entities.
All teams are aligned by a common philosophy and long-term vision
Financial returns generated in one area are reinvested into others; knowledge and insights are exchanged continuously.
This intentional collaboration creates synergies that amplify both financial and social impact, multiplying the value of each individual part.
A key partner in our mission to create lasting impact
A foundation rooted in venture philanthropy
Open Value Foundation (OVF) is a pioneering venture philanthropy foundation that supports early-stage social enterprises, primarily in Spain and Sub-Saharan Africa. Through a unique combination of grants, repayable funding and technical assistance, OVF helps purpose-driven entrepreneurs build strong foundations and prepare for growth.
A builder of the impact ecosystem
Beyond its work with entrepreneurs, OVF actively contributes to shaping the impact investing field in Spain. It co-leads strategic initiatives such as the Fondo de Fundaciones, Acumen Academy Spain, and SpainNAB, playing a key role in strengthening the ecosystem and promoting cross-sector collaboration.
Independent in form, deeply connected in purpose
GSI and OVF are two independent organizations within the Santa Comba ecosystem, one an impact fund manager, the other a philanthropic foundation.
While we operate through different models, we share much more than a mission. We work side by side sharing learnings, networks, field knowledge across regions, office space, and a daily culture of collaboration that creates genuine synergies and reinforces the integrity of our work.
Helping shape the
impact ecosystem in Spain
and beyond
Since 2017, through Open Value Foundation and later GSI, our founder, María Ángeles León, has played a key role in promoting a culture of investment that is both purpose-driven and financially disciplined.
Her leadership has helped shape how capital is mobilized for social change not just as a funding tool, but as a force for transformation.
“What matters most is creating opportunities for others to go further. Building the impact ecosystem means opening doors and watching many more thrive, together.” – María Ángeles León, Founder & CEO, Global Social Impact Investments
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