Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity – Jan 30

Posted by Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation on December 9, 2025

Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation invites nominations for the Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity

An international grantmaker based in Portugal, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation aims to promote the development of individuals and organizations, through art, science, education, and charity, for a more equitable and sustainable society.

The foundation invites nominations for the Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity, a €1 million ($1.15 million) prize that helps accelerate proven, impactful climate action that benefits people and the planet.

The prize recognizes extraordinary leadership and proven achievements in sustainable development and providing resources to help sustain and scale winners’ vital work—and by showcasing exemplary approaches that address critical issues of today to encourage wider learning, collaboration, and adoption across the global climate community.

Winners are selected by an independent jury chaired by Angela Merkel of internationally recognized experts in climate science and earth systems, climate justice and human rights, innovation and technology, and diplomacy, governance and politics through a rigorous process including open nominations. Winners are chosen for their proven achievements and inspirational leadership, as well as their potential for wider transformative impact, and relevance to the most pressing challenges posed by climate change to people and the planet.

Any individual, organization, or group of people and organizations making a significant contribution to tackling climate change for people and the planet is eligible. Nominations must come from a third party; self-nominations are not permitted.

For complete program guidelines, application instructions, and information about previous winners, see the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation website.

Deadline: January 30, 2026