Introduction – Overview of the MDPI Sustainability Foundation The MDPI Sustainability Foundation is a non-profit organisation registered under Swiss law in Basel, Switzerland. Its primary purpose is to support societally-relevant research that contributes to regional and global efforts toward a sustainable world. The Foundation achieves this by promoting scientific dialogue, fostering collaboration, and recognising outstanding… [Read More]
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Rothschild Foundation Hanadiv Europe: Supporting Jewish Heritage, Culture, and Civil Society Across Europe
Introduction – Overview of Rothschild Foundation Hanadiv Europe The Rothschild Foundation Hanadiv Europe is a prominent European philanthropic foundation dedicated to strengthening Jewish life, heritage, culture, and civil society across Europe. Rooted in the long-standing philanthropic tradition of the Rothschild family, the foundation operates with a strategic, values-driven approach to grant-making. The foundation supports organizations… [Read More]
Waitt Foundation: Advancing Ocean Conservation, Marine Science, and Sustainable Policy
Introduction – Overview of the Waitt Foundation The Waitt Foundation is a U.S.-based private philanthropic foundation dedicated to advancing ocean conservation, marine science, and sustainable ocean policy. Founded in 1993 by entrepreneur and philanthropist Ted Waitt, the foundation focuses on protecting ocean ecosystems and promoting science-based solutions to global marine challenges. Through strategic grant-making and… [Read More]
Ocean Park Conservation Foundation, Hong Kong – Championing Wildlife Conservation and Biodiversity
Introduction – Overview of the Ocean Park Conservation Foundation, Hong Kong The Ocean Park Conservation Foundation, Hong Kong (OPCFHK) is a registered charitable foundation dedicated to wildlife conservation, biodiversity protection, environmental research, and public education across Hong Kong and the broader Asian region. Established officially on 1 July 2005 after merging the original Ocean Park… [Read More]
Roy A. Hunt Foundation – Empowering Change Through Strategic Philanthropy
Introduction – Overview of the Roy A. Hunt Foundation The Roy A. Hunt Foundation is a private philanthropic foundation based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, dedicated to improving the quality of life in communities through strategic grantmaking, family-led governance, and targeted initiatives. The Foundation was established in 1966 through the will of Roy Arthur Hunt, a… [Read More]
Saskatoon Community Foundation: Building a Strong, Inclusive Community
Introduction – Overview of the Saskatoon Community Foundation The Saskatoon Community Foundation is a registered charitable foundation dedicated to inspiring philanthropy and building community across Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. Since its founding in 1970, the Foundation has served as a permanent philanthropic institution that stewards endowed funds, awards community grants, and supports local charities to improve… [Read More]
SAJIDA Foundation: Transforming Lives in Bangladesh and Beyond
Introduction – Overview of the SAJIDA Foundation The SAJIDA Foundation is a distinguished Bangladeshi non-profit foundation committed to improving the quality of life for vulnerable populations through sustainable development programmes, financial inclusion, healthcare services, and social innovation. Founded in 1993 by Syed Humayun Kabir, the organisation embodies the spirit of corporate philanthropy with its unique… [Read More]
FCC Communities Foundation: UK Community Grants for Local Impact
Introduction – Overview of the FCC Communities Foundation The FCC Communities Foundation is a UK-based philanthropic foundation focused on delivering community grants that support local projects across England and Scotland. Originally established in 1997, and later renamed FCC Communities Foundation in April 2019, the foundation empowers community, environmental, heritage, and amenity projects by distributing funding… [Read More]
Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR): Empowering Australia’s Rural and Regional Communities
Introduction The Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR) is a prominent Australian national foundation dedicated to strengthening the social and economic fabric of remote, rural, and regional Australia. Established in 2000 through a partnership between the Australian Government and the Sidney Myer Fund, FRRR has become a leading philanthropic organisation that delivers targeted grant… [Read More]
Science for Africa Foundation: Catalysing Scientific Excellence Across the Continent
Introduction The Science for Africa Foundation (often referred to as the SFA Foundation) is a pan-African, non-profit and public charitable organisation dedicated to strengthening science, research and innovation across Africa. Established in 2021, the foundation was created by a seasoned team of scientists, professionals, and global partners committed to advancing the African research and innovation… [Read More]
