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Fu Tak Iam Foundation
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The Fu Tak Iam Foundation was established in 2007 by Adrian Fu, a descendant of Macau casino pioneer Fu Tak-iam. It practices catalytic philanthropy, working as an engaged partner rather than a conventional cheque-writing donor — investing time, expertise and networks alongside grants to address root causes. Its giving spans Hong Kong, Mainland China, Macau and Taiwan, funding eldercare innovation, family counselling, legal education and NGO capacity projects such as the Warm Shelter hub for nonprofits in Kwai Chung.
- Website
- ftifoundation.org/
- Capabilities
- Social Welfare, Healthcare, Education, Elderly Services
- Based in
- Hong Kong · HK
- Listing status
- Unclaimed · Editor-verified
How to apply
- Who can apply
- Invitation only — no public applications; the foundation proactively identifies and partners with grantees
- Application process
- By invitation only; the foundation engages prospective grantees directly through its catalytic-philanthropy partnership model
- Deadlines
- Invitation only
Application details change — confirm the current process on the funder's website before applying.
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