Purpose: The Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation is a charitable foundation based in Portugal and the UK with a special interest in supporting those who are most disadvantaged; in particular with an emphasis on maximising the beneficial impact of the Foundation’s work through encouraging cross-border exchanges of lessons and experiences.  Through the Foundation grants are available to not for profit organisations to support a small number of innovative projects that:
•    help improve people's perception of each other by providing opportunities for interaction through culture and between cultures
•    assist the most disadvantaged in society to fulfil their potential by building connections and developing opportunities
•    help in the development of a society which benefits from a more sustainable relationship with the natural world and understands the value of its resources. 

Arera: UK

Grant range: Between £10,000 and £25,000

Who can apply:  Not for profit organisations

How to apply: See website

When to apply: Applications can be submitted at any time

Website: http://www.gulbenkian.org.uk/news/news/138-Calouste-Gulbenkian-Foundation--UK-Branch--2011.html

Source: Grants Online