Hermann Gmeiner
1919–1986 (age 67)
Biography
Hermann Gmeiner was a visionary philanthropist whose compassionate work transformed the lives of countless individuals. In 1949, he founded SOS Children's Villages, an organization dedicated to providing care and support for orphaned and abandoned children around the world.
Gmeiner's legacy as a humanitarian and social innovator continues to impact millions of lives globally. His dedication to helping vulnerable children established a model of care that has expanded to numerous countries. He passed away in 1986, but his life's work remains a testament to the power of compassion and social responsibility.