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.
Swire Group Charitable Trust
Corporate Foundations
Established in 1983 as a Section 88 charity, Swire Trust is the philanthropic arm of the Swire Group, funding registered non-profits primarily in Hong Kong across three focus areas — education, marine conservation and the arts. In 2021 it launched TrustTomorrow, its flagship initiative with HK$150 million pledged, co-developing multi-year projects with around 30 curated NGO partners (including the Swire Inclusive Community Fund and COVID-relief support for 85+ organisations). It is the long-standing principal patron of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra.
- Website
- www.swire.com
- Capabilities
- Education, Marine conservation, Arts and culture, Social inclusion
- Based in
- Hong Kong · HK
- Listing status
- Unclaimed · Editor-verified
How to apply
- Who can apply
- Registered non-profit organisations primarily in Hong Kong, aligned with the Trust's focus areas (education, marine conservation, arts)
- Application process
- TrustTomorrow projects are co-developed with around 30 curated NGO partners; no public application form — partnership/invitation only
Application details change — confirm the current process on the funder's website before applying.
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