About HKJC

Institute of Philanthropy (IoP)

The Hong Kong Jockey Club has a rich history of giving back, particularly during the city’s most challenging hours, with its first charitable donations dating from as early as 1915. For over a century, we have witnessed how philanthropy, embedded in the Club’s integrated business model, has positively responded to the ever-changing social, economic and welfare needs of Hong Kong, bringing hope to the people and bettering society. In partnership with our non-governmental organisation grantees, we have learned the synergistic power of collaboration to create greater and longer-lasting impact for our beneficiaries.

This legacy has presented an exceptional opportunity for the Club to establish the IoP, a “think-fund-do” tank dedicated to promoting philanthropic thought leadership at the local, regional and global levels together with its funder partners.

The IoP was formally inaugurated at the “Philanthropy for Better Cities Forum” in Hong Kong last September.

Rooted in the East for the World

Grounded in the East, the IoP acknowledges Asia’s growing importance in the global philanthropic ecosystem. As the demand for philanthropic knowledge and competencies rises with economic growth and development, the IoP aims to provide a convening platform for fellow foundations to promote the common good for societies everywhere.

The Club and its Charities Trust have earmarked a strategic grant of HK$6.8 billion (US$870 million) to fulfil the IoP’s mission of becoming a “think-fund-do” tank for China and Asia.

Vision and Mission

Vision:

Working towards the betterment of societies everywhere through impactful philanthropy

Mission:

As a global “think-fund-do” tank anchored in the East, we will:

  1. Bridge regional and global philanthropic efforts for the greater good.
  2. Scale strategic and innovative solutions to address regional and global challenges.
  3. Accelerate the professionalisation of the philanthropic sector.