The Rose Foundation works with Brigham Young University and Universidad Galileo to provide teacher training programs every summer in Guatemala City.
The mission of the Rose Foundation is to promote, support, and establish educational opportunities for children in disadvantaged areas of Guatemala.
[1] The foundation also seeks to strengthen individuals and families by encouraging and teaching valuable life skills, by developing honorable citizens and leaders, and by promoting educational excellence.
[citation needed] The first Rose school began operations in 1997 through the financial support of founder Nedra Roney.
In November 1999, the foundation received recognition from the IRS as a 501(c)(3) public non-profit organization.