The Jan Michalski Foundation is a Swiss philanthropic organization dedicated to supporting literature, writers, translators, and literary culture around the world. Established in 2004 by Vera Michalski-Hoffmann in memory of her husband, Jan Michalski, the foundation promotes reading, writing, literary creation, and intercultural dialogue through grants, residencies, awards, and cultural programs. Headquartered in Montricher, Switzerland,… [Read More]
Arts & Culture
Art Fund: Supporting Museums, Galleries, and Cultural Heritage Across the United Kingdom
Art Fund is the United Kingdom’s national charity for museums and galleries, dedicated to helping people connect with art and culture. Founded in 1903, the organization supports museums, galleries, historic houses, and cultural institutions through grants, fundraising, advocacy, and public engagement initiatives. Over the past century, Art Fund has played a pivotal role in preserving… [Read More]
Gwendoline and Margaret Davies Charity: Supporting Arts, Education, Health, and Community Wellbeing in Wales
The Gwendoline and Margaret Davies Charity is a Wales-based grant-making trust dedicated to supporting charitable organizations working in the fields of arts, education, health, and social welfare. Inspired by the philanthropic legacy of the Davies sisters of Gregynog, the charity provides funding to projects that improve community wellbeing and cultural enrichment throughout Wales. Today, it… [Read More]
Creative Media Authority (CMA) Abu Dhabi: Empowering Content Creation and Building a Global Creative Hub
Introduction The Creative Media Authority (CMA) is Abu Dhabi’s dedicated regulatory and development authority for the creative media sector. Established to strengthen the emirate’s position as a leading global destination for content creation, the Authority supports the growth of film, television, digital content, gaming, esports, publishing, and other creative industries through regulation, licensing, talent development,… [Read More]
New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC): Empowering Filmmakers and Growing New Zealand’s Screen Industry
Introduction The New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) is the national film agency of Aotearoa New Zealand, dedicated to supporting the development, production, promotion, and distribution of New Zealand films. As a government agency, the NZFC plays a central role in strengthening the country’s screen industry by investing in filmmakers, promoting New Zealand stories, attracting international… [Read More]
Ffilm Cymru Wales: Supporting Welsh Filmmakers and Strengthening the Film Industry in Wales
Introduction Ffilm Cymru Wales is the national film development agency for Wales, dedicated to supporting filmmakers, developing the Welsh film sector, and increasing access to film culture across the country. Through funding, training, talent development, audience engagement, and industry support, the organization works to strengthen Wales’ creative industries while promoting Welsh stories and filmmaking talent… [Read More]
The Starving Artist: Using Art, Advocacy, and Creativity to Drive Social Change
Introduction The Starving Artist is an international art-activism initiative that uses creative expression to amplify lived experiences, support marginalized communities, and promote social change. Established in 2017, the organization brings together artists, writers, researchers, educators, and advocates to explore issues such as mental health, migration, climate change, gender equality, health inequities, and social justice through… [Read More]
The Hugo Burge Foundation: Supporting Creativity, Arts, and Heritage Crafts Across the United Kingdom
The Hugo Burge Foundation is an independent UK charity dedicated to supporting creativity, arts, crafts, and cultural development across the United Kingdom. Established in 2022 as the Marchmont Makers Foundation and renamed in 2023 following the death of its founder, Hugo Burge, the foundation continues his vision of making creativity accessible to all. Based at… [Read More]
Fetisov Charitable Foundation: Promoting Human Values Through Journalism, Arts, Science, and Global Recognition
Introduction The Fetisov Charitable Foundation is a Swiss-based philanthropic organization dedicated to promoting universal human values through support for journalism, science, arts, culture, and social impact initiatives. Established in 2019 by entrepreneur and philanthropist Gleb Fetisov, the foundation seeks to recognize and reward individuals whose work contributes to a more just, informed, and compassionate world…. [Read More]
Geyser Community Foundation: Supporting Local Communities and Lasting Philanthropy in New Zealand
The Geyser Community Foundation is a community-based philanthropic organization in New Zealand dedicated to strengthening local communities through charitable giving, endowment funds, and grantmaking programs. Based in the Bay of Plenty region, the foundation works with donors, businesses, families, and community organizations to create long-term funding solutions that support social, cultural, educational, environmental, and community… [Read More]
