Talented individuals
Supporting actors of change for the common good.
Giving every talented individual an opportunity to express him- or herself fully is one of the King Baudouin Foundation’s most dearly-held missions. It is also something dear in the eyes of increasing numbers of philanthropists who wish to support talented people in Belgium and abroad. Through a number of structural initiatives and funds, the Foundation helps (future) actors of change to develop and encourage excellence when it is put in the service of the public interest.
Our activities
- through the Boost programme, provide intensive support to talented young people from vulnerable backgrounds so as to maximise their chances of success in higher education and facilitate their entry into professional life
- through the Prince Albert Fund, contribute to the development of talented young professionals’ skills in international management so that they can actively participate in the development of the Belgian economy beyond our frontiers
- through the Prince Philippe Fund, develop initiatives that enable young people from different backgrounds to meet and work together
- support the Groupe du Vendredi, a think tank whose objective is to enrich public and political debate through new but realistic ideas.
Talented individuals is part of the programme Education and development of talents
Events
Prince Albert Fund - Open door session 2021
Info session for talented Belgian professionals who want to gain experience in managing international business development projects for a Belgian company.
Partnerships, missions, specific initiatives
Prince Albert Fund
The Fund offers a grant to young university graduates to manage a one-year business development project outside Europe for a Belgian company.
Funds and philanthropic tools
Ernest du Bois (Fund)
Support for students whose studies have applications in the water sector and food industry, as well as for projects combatting water poverty.
Ergon Capital (Fund)
Promotion of initiatives in the field of young people and education in Europe, within a perspective of social change and improving the lives of future generations.
Stories
From the Ardennes to Taiwan: an assignment that changed a life
Talented individuals
"Being outside my comfort zone, I was able to discover a new sector and develop new skills."