Grant-making
In the thirty years since its establishment, Fondazione Cariplo provided some 3.7 billion euros, supporting over 35,000 projects in the areas of arts and culture, the environment, social and human services, and scientific research. Every year, more than 1,000 projects are conducted on average thanks to the funds given by our Foundation to eligible local organizations. Our Foundation uses different conduits in its philanthropic giving:
Institutional grants given to support activities of institutions such as universities, research centers, institutes or foundations which distinguish themselves for their work in Fondazione Cariplo’s four areas of focus.
Grants awarded to selected projects submitted under our Foundation’s calls for proposals
Local grants given to support small projects submitted by organizations prevailingly based in the province of Milan
Sponsorships of events and other initiatives consistent with our Foundation's philanthropic work
Projects conceived and directly managed by Fondazione Cariplo
Landmark grants awarded on an annual basis to co-fund initiatives with significant impact at local province level
Funds provided to Community Foundations operating in Lombardy, which were established thanks to the support of Fondazione Cariplo for the purpose of advancing local philanthropy.