King Faisal Foundation

The King Faisal Foundation was established in 1976 by the sons of King Faisal of Saudi Arabia. The Director-General is HRH Prince Khalid Al-Faisal. The Foundation is thought to be one of the largest philanthropic Foundations in the world.

King Faisal International Prize

The foundation presents an annual prize, King Faisal International Prize, to "dedicated men and women whose contributions make a positive difference". The foundation awards prizes in:
*Service to Islam
*Islamic studies
*Arabic Language and literature
*Science
*Medicine

Each of the five five prizes, awarded annually, consist of a certificate hand written in Diwani calligraphy summarizing the laureates work; a 24 carat 200 gram gold medal--uniquely cast for each winner; and a cash prize of SR 750,000 (USD $200,000). The prizes are awarded at an annual ceremony in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, by the King of Saudi Arabia.

King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies

The King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies was established in 1983. Based in Riyadh, the centre is an independent, not for profit institution financed by the King Faisal Foundation. The center conducts research in the field of issues affecting the Arab and Muslim worlds. It also organizes a number of conferences each year.

Painting and Patronage

The King Faisal Foundation is also involved in promoting greater cultural and artistic ties between Europe and Saudi Arabia, principally through the Painting and Patronage initiative which was launched in 1999.

ee also

*Painting and Patronage

External links

* [http://www.kff.com/ King Faisal Foundation] - official website
* [http://www.kfcris.com/ King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies] - official website