Founded in 1995 as the philanthropic arm of AIA Group, the Foundation focuses on education, health, poverty relief and community development in Hong Kong. Its flagship is the US$100 million AIA Scholarships programme, supporting 100 undergraduates a year across 10 Hong Kong universities with HK$50,000 per year each, alongside mentorship and leadership development. It also backs health and youth initiatives advancing its 'Healthier, Longer, Better Lives' mission.
BNP Paribas Foundation
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Founded in 1984 under the wing of Fondation de France, the BNP Paribas Foundation is the cornerstone of the bank's corporate philanthropy, supporting more than 4,200 projects and 2 million beneficiaries across solidarity, environment and culture. In Hong Kong it funds selected partnerships, from the Dream Up artists-in-residence programme for underprivileged youth to environmental initiatives such as the Plastic Odyssey stopover. Its Climate & Biodiversity Initiative also backs scientific research.
- Capabilities
- Solidarity and social inclusion, Environment and climate research, Culture and arts, Youth empowerment
- Based in
- Hong Kong · HK
- Listing status
- Unclaimed · Editor-verified
How to apply
- Who can apply
- Global foundation; Hong Kong support flows through flagship programs (e.g. Dream Up artists-in-residence for underprivileged youth aged 5–18) and selected local partnerships
- Application process
- Partnership-led; no open application portal
Application details change — confirm the current process on the funder's website before applying.
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