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Al Fozan Foundation

Empowering ambition to grow

When people hold their own tools, they grow — and help others grow

A library aisle lined with books
A child learning with enthusiasm in a classroom

Why empowerment?

Education is the first tool of empowerment. We don't offer passing charity — we open the doors of knowledge and skill so people can build their own future, and in turn become a source of giving themselves. From early childhood to the job market, we walk the journey of growth step by step.

Empowerment programs

  1. Afaq — Abdullatif Al Fozan Center for Autism

    An official visit to Afaq as a child salutes

    The largest specialised autism centre in the Middle East. It starts in a child's earliest years with early intervention and integration programs that return them to a seat among their peers.

    students
    244
    integration cases
    88
    families supported
    +3,000
  2. Al Fozan Academy

    The Al Fozan Academy building

    Established by royal decree in partnership with King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, it builds and sharpens the leaders of the non-profit sector.

    trainees
    +166K
    volunteers
    330K
    organisations
    5,871
    economic return (SAR)
    +273M
  3. UNESCO–Al Fozan International Prize

    Presenting the UNESCO–Al Fozan International Prize

    The first global Saudi prize awarded by UNESCO in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), celebrating tomorrow's young scientists.

    editions
    2
    laureates
    10
    world regions
    5
  4. Al Fozan Professional Excellence Program

    Two trainees repairing computers

    A training program that ends in employment, in partnership with the Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Development Fund, opening a direct door to the job market for young people.

    beneficiaries
    100
    career tracks
    3
    graduates
    70