Don Teodoro
Gildred

His Story

Born in the United States in 1900, Teodoro Gildred became a prominent figure in Mexican civil engineering throughout his life. In 1929, forced by the economic circumstances of his country, Teodoro was forced to move to Mexico City, where he later dedicated his work to real estate development. As the years passed, and with his family now living in Mexico, the family's real estate holdings grew exponentially, while Teodoro began his urban development work in various parts of the city, but especially in the well-known Lindavista neighborhood in the north of the city. Teodoro Gildred dedicated much of his time to assisting the residents of a senior citizen home located in the Azcapotzalco district. In February 1963, he founded the Foundation that bears his name, which primarily provides assistance to the elderly and homeless children, educational scholarships, and financial aid to people in need. In 1980, the Foundation was established as the Teodoro Gildred Association, whose Board of Trustees established the Teodoro Gildred Home, which is currently operated by the Bringas-Haghenbeck Foundation, IAP.