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Giving through the UBS Optimus Foundation you can be sure to fund standout partners in key areas, helping them do what they do best.

Source: https://www.ubs.com/global/en/sustainability-impact/social-impact-and-philanthropy/optimus-foundation/what-we-do/our-program.html

Funding Details

Deadline

Unknown — UBS Optimus Foundation is invitation-only/proactive, no open unsolicited calls (Unknown)

Contact

sh-philanthropy@ubs.com

Last Checked

2026-03-15 11:51

Application Checklist

Eligibility

• Programs must align with one of four focus areas: Health, Education, Child Protection, or Environment & Climate
• Programs must demonstrate potential to be transformative, scalable, and sustainable

Project Scope

• Focus on marginalized communities, especially children and young people
• Multiple funding mechanisms available: grants, Development Impact Bonds, Impact Loans — applicant must fit one model

Required Documents

• Existing partners must provide regular impact updates and reporting

Constraints

• Foundation is NOT currently adding new programs to its portfolio — unsolicited applications are not accepted
• Geographic coverage spans 80+ countries but portfolio is curated by foundation experts

Historical Context

As of 2023, the foundation has raised USD 328 million in philanthropic donations, reached 6.7 million people, manages 370 programs in 80+ countries, and works with 270 philanthropy partners. The foundation offers 120+ programs across 40 countries for donor selection.

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