Optimism for Bulgaria

Postbank CEO Petia Dimitrova shares how a bold new partnership is helping young doctors and nurses build meaningful careers—and stay—in Bulgaria.

Dr. Vanya Mitova puts her heart into every fight for health and hope. From the operating room to the BreastHelp app, she builds systems that save lives and inspire trust.

What began as Boris Begamov’s personal cycling adventure has become Dunav Ultra—a tech-driven tourism platform that’s reconnecting over 120 towns and villages along the Danube and helping them thrive.

For nearly two decades, our support for STEM education has empowered thousands of young Bulgarians to become innovators and problem-solvers, shaping Bulgaria’s future in science, technology, and beyond.

Petar Torneff champions philanthropy through action, driving impactful change with humility and a focus on collaboration, not recognition.

Discover how Bulgarian professionals living abroad are bridging distances to ignite entrepreneurial spirit in local teens and shape Bulgaria’s future.

Maria’s World Foundation helps individuals with intellectual disabilities develop skills and gain independence through training programs and partnerships.

The Gift an Hour initiative of the Znanie Association pairs young volunteers with seniors to teach digital skills and build meaningful intergenerational bonds.

Gergana and Pendara.bg are helping small-town Bulgaria become a destination for travelers and locals alike. By promoting authentic foods and rural tourism, they’re not just preserving traditions—they’re making small-town Bulgaria hip again. Through their work, Bulgaria’s villages and towns are reclaiming their role as cultural and economic centers.