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Our philanthropic foundationVisit the UBS Optimus Foundation homepage works in over 80 countries across the globe, particularly with vulnerable communities. Our global strategy, applied locally, empowers communities to drive their own solutions. We believe our social impact & philanthropy focus areas in healthcare, education, climate and environmenVisit our Focus areas paget ensures you can reach, and have impact, in all corners of the globe.

Global impact – local solutions

Our philanthropy experts partner with clients, NGOs, governments, communities and other global philanthropy organizations to strategically distribute funds and reach marginalized communities in each region.

This image is a world map showing the regions where UBS Optimus Foundation invests: 4% in the Americas, 34% in APAC, 21% in Africa, 21% in Europe, 20% globally.

Distribution of UBS Optimus Foundation investments per region (2023):

Percentage2023	Percentage2023	Region	Region
Percentage2023	23.9	Region	Global
Percentage2023	20.6	Region	APAC
Percentage2023	2.9	Region	Americas
Percentage2023	23.3	Region	Africa
Percentage2023	2.1	Region	Middle East
Percentage2023	19.9	Region	UK
Percentage2023	6.9	Region	Europe
Percentage2023	0.4	Region	Switzerland

Discover our regional philanthropy & social impact partners and programs

Explore the unique perspectives some of our regions bring to our global philanthropy & social impact work by checking out their specific portfolios and programs below.

Asia Pacific (APAC)

In the Asia Pacific region we focus on enhancing health outcomes for children and mothers, improving educational opportunities and quality for underprivileged children, and addressing child protection issues. We also tackle environmental challenges and promote sustainable practices to benefit communities and ecosystems. Our partners, such as the Beijing United Charity Foundation and Beijing Aier Foundation, work to improve frontline healthcare and access to quality treatment for children in underserved areas. In Indonesia, doctorSHARE provides healthcare to remote communities. In education, we collaborate with organizations like the China Development Research Foundation and Teach for China to promote early childhood development and quality education, and with STIR Education to inspire lifelong learning. In the environmental sector, we support initiatives like Blue Alliance to manage marine protected areas in the Philippines, fostering sustainable practices and conservation.

Europe

Aligned with our global strategy, the team in Europe is dedicated to addressing critical issues in health, education, and the environment. We support stand-alone programs such as the Blue Marine Foundation and Miracle Feet, focusing on marine conservation. Our partnerships with initiatives like Pelagos and CLEF, alongside the Prince Albert II Foundation, emphasize the protection of marine ecosystems. Social finance is a strategic priority, exemplified by our involvement in projects like Earlybird. Additionally, we have prioritized humanitarian efforts, including the distribution of the Ukraine Relief Fund, significantly supporting displaced children both in Ukraine and into neighboring countries.

Switzerland

The Americas

In the Americas, we are dedicated to aligning with our global strategy and supporting our clients, communities, and employees in making a meaningful impact in our key focus areas of health, education, and climate and environment. We collaborate with our clients to address causes that resonate with them and their communities, particularly supporting programs that tackle racial and gender inequalities. Our initiatives span from grantmaking and volunteering to impactful investments and partnerships, such as the TIME Impact House in Martha’s Vineyard. This initiative brings together leaders from diverse sectors—including business, philanthropy, technology, entertainment, education, sports, and the arts—who are committed to driving social impact.

United Kingdom

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