The Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation Grants for Welfare Facilities
(1956 – 1986)
Since its establishment in 1956 and in line with Calouste Gulbenkian’s practice during his lifetime, the Foundation has granted funding to social service institutions across the country for the construction, extension and refurbishment of a diverse range of buildings dedicated to welfare: hostels, asylums and homes, daycare centres, crèches and kindergartens, hospitals, maternity wards and health centres, social welfare centres, and recovery and training centres, among others. The Foundation’s work in the field of charity, one of its statutory aims, has also included promoting rehousing and emergency housing schemes (through programmes such as Homes for Poor Families and support for displaced people and flood victims).
The granting of a subsidy to the beneficiary depended on the Foundation’s departments (Charity / Health and Social Protection, assisted by the Projects and Works departments and the Presidency) assessing the application and other elements, and subsequently making a proposal to the Board of Trustees. The demonstration of having obtained complementary subsidies (match-funding) from third parties (as a rule, from the Directorate-General for Assistance and the Unemployment Commission through the Ministry of Public Works / Urban Improvements mechanism) was a preferential condition for a favourable decision by the Foundation.
Through this line of action, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation took on a fundamental role in equipping the country with social support facilities, as an indispensable partner of the Portuguese state in trying to respond to the basic needs of the population.
The subsidies recorded in this chronology correspond to the support granted by the Foundation to welfare facilities in Portugal between 1956-1986, for which documentation has been located in the Gulbenkian Archives.
This documentation was subject to archival description by Rita Fernandes between October 2021 and October 2022 as part of the research project ArchNeed ⎯ Architecture of Need: Community Facilities in Portugal 1945-1985 (financed by Portuguese national funds through the Foundation for Science and Technology, I.P., under the project PTDC/ART-DAQ/6510/2020; Principal Investigator Ricardo Costa Agarez), of which the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation was a Participating Institution. The authorship of the descriptive texts for the supports is also attributed to Rita Fernandes.
1956 – 1960
Parish Welfare Centre, São Julião de Monte do Trigo (Portel)
In March 1956 and April 1959, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation wards grants of Esc. 60,000$00 to the parish of Montetrigo, Father Manuel Lima, on a one-off basis, for construction of the Monte do Trigo Parish Centre.
Casa de Nazaré, Lisbon
In August 1956, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 5,000$00 to the Casa de Nazaré in Lisbon by way of contribution to the extension works at the institution.
“Calouste Gulbenkian” House in Viseu / Moradias Vicentinas, Viseu
In December 1956, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 21,663$00 to the Central Board of the Conferências de São Vicente de Paulo “for the construction of residential accommodation”.
São João de Deus Children’s Hospital, Montemor-o-Novo
In April 1957, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation makes direct enquiries to assess the needs of the São João de Deus Children’s Hospital in order to “award it the grant deemed to be essential for this purpose, up to a limit of Esc. 2,000,000$00”.
In December 1960, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation Board of Directors approves the proposal to increase the grant to Esc. 6,500,000$00, “including the funds already spent from the first grant of Esc. 2,000,000$00”.
In February 1966, the minutes of meeting nº. 693 establish that “the grant will be set definitively at Esc. 8,565,815$90”.
In June 1966, with the aim of building new orthopaedic workshops and a hydrotherapy unit, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation Board of Directors decides to award a further grant of Esc. 1,742,675$00.
In May 1975, it authorises a grant of Esc. 3,022,318$00 “for works to extend and improve the Children’s Hospital building in Montemor-o-Novo”.
São João Home, Porto
In July 1957, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 50,000$00 to São João Home in Porto “to extend its current premises, so as to increase the minimum number of beneficiaries to 100”.
São José Day Nursery and Orphanage, Murtosa
In July 1957, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 5,000$00 to the São José Day Nursery and Orphanage in Murtosa, for works on its premises.
São Domingos Sávio Salesian School, Vendas Novas
In July 1957, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 5,000$00 to Instituto Salesiano Domingos Sávio to contribute to the cost of building the Salesian School.
Nossa Senhora da Conceição Casas para as Classes Pobres Housing Estate, Beja
In September 1957, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 45,000$00 to the Diocese of Beja for the Children’s Dispensary (Esc. 10,000$00), the Nossa Senhora de Fátima Economic Kitchen (Esc. 10,000$00) and by way of contribution to construction of the Nossa Senhora da Conceição Casas para as Classes Pobres Housing Estate (Esc. 25,000$00).
Children’s Social Welfare Centre, Vila Franca de Xira
In September 1957, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 145,000$00 to the Children’s Social Welfare Centre, Vila Franca de Xira “for refurbishment of its workshops”.
In April 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises award of a further grant of Esc. 25,000$00 “to help with maintenance expenses”.
Património dos Pobres Housing Estate, Cambres (Lamego)
In September 1957, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 1,000$00 to the Cambres Soup Kitchen to help in the process of building that parish’s Património dos Pobres housing estate.
Casa do Sagrado Coração, Esgueira (Aveiro)
In September 1957, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 5,000$00 to the Casa do Sagrado Coração in Esgueira as a contribution to the extension and repair work on its building.
Viscondessa de São Caetano Invalids’ Home, Viseu
In November 1957, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Viseu for works on premises for the Viscondessa de São Caetano Invalids’ Home.
Casa de São Vicente, Lisbon
In November 1957, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 700,000$00 to Casa de São Vicente in Lisbon, “divided into 200 thousand escudos in 1957 and 500 thousand escudos in 1958”, for work to improve and extend its premises.
In November 1977, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a further grant of Esc. 200,000$00 “to help pay the expenses of the works specified in the budget set to us, as planned at the Boarding School of this meritorious institution”.
Salesian Arts and Crafts School, Funchal
In March 1958, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 500,000$00 to the Funchal Salesian Arts and Crafts School to contribute to the cost of building an extension to its premises.
Soup Kitchen, São Mamede de Infesta Parish Welfare and Training Centre (Matosinhos)
In March 1958, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 100,000$00 to São Mamede de Infesta Parish Centre to establish the Soup Kitchen.
In June 1978, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation awards a further grant of Esc. 200,000$00 for acquisition of equipment.
Rural Family Education School, Servas do Apostolado, Coimbra
In June 1958, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 1,500,000$00 to Instituto Ancilla Domini – Servas do Apostolado de Coimbra, to contribute to setting up the Rural Family Education School.
Headquarters, Day Nursery, Montijo
In August 1958, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc.200,000$00 to the Mutual Aid Society “União Mutualista Nossa Senhora da Conceição” in Montijo for construction of the Day Nursery. The plans were drawn up by the architect Amadeu José Gomes dos Santos.
Vieira do Minho Misericórdia Housing Estate
In August 1958, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 120,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Vieira do Minho for construction of “a small housing estate for poor families”.
Boys’ Primary School, Escolas de Jesus, Maria, José, Porto
In August 1958, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to the Associação das Escolas de Jesus, Maria, José in Porto to help fund the construction of a new boys’ primary school.
In October 1981, a further grant is awarded for extension and refurbishment works, with a value of Esc. 500,000$00.
Parish Centre Vocational College, Alto da Serafina (Lisbon)
In August 1958, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 300,000$00 to the Alto da Serafina Parish Centre / São Vicente de Paulo Social Parish Centre, to help fund construction of the building to house the centre.
In May 1968, about half the value the grant is cancelled insofar that “grants awarded by the Foundation and not used within a given period of time must be cancelled”.
Operating Theatre, Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Guimarães Hospital
In August 1958, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 250,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Guimarães “to fund construction of the operating theatre at its hospital”.
Gulbenkian Day Nursery, Children’s Home, Portimão
In August 1958, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 150,000$00 to the Children’s Home, Portimão “to enable it to complete construction of a day nursery”.
Rest Home, Beneficência Evangélica, Porto
In August 1958, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 100,000$00 to Beneficência Evangélica do Porto “in order to build and equip a rest home”.
Fundão Misericórdia Hospital
In August 1958, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 100,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia do Fundão for building and equipping a laundry at the Hospital.
Nossa Senhora das Dores e São José do Postigo do Sol Home, Porto
In August 1958, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 560,000$00 to Nossa Senhora das Dores e São José do Postigo do Sol Home in Porto, of which Esc. 200,000$00 is for works on its main building and Esc. 360,000$00 “to enable it to operate for a period of three years”.
Dona Maria do Carmo Lacerda Faria Institute, Mêda
In April 1959, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 84,000$00 to Instituto Dona Maria do Carmo Lacerda Faria in Meda to contribute to the cost of building an extension to its premises.
Headquarters, Obra de Dona Josefina da Fonseca de Proteção à Criança e de Formação Doméstica, Coimbra
In April 1959, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 207,500$00 to Obra de Dona Josefina da Fonseca de Proteção à Criança e de Formação Doméstica, for building new premises for its headquarters.
Mariana Martins Maternity Hospital, Elvas
In May 1959, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 650,000$00 to the Mariana Martins Maternity Hospital in Elvas for construction of its facilities.
Invalids’ Home, Santa Casa da Misericórdia da Póvoa de Varzim
In May 1959, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 25,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia da Póvoa do Varzim “for extension of the Invalids’ Home”.
Mortuary and Autopsy Suite, Sub-Regional Hospital, Moncorvo
In May 1959, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 597,800$00 to the Sub-Regional Hospital of Moncorvo “for purchase of surgical materials and construction of the Hospital’s autopsy suite”.
Património dos Pobres Housing Estate, Leça da Palmeira
In October 1959, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 120,000$00 to the Leça da Palmeira parish priest for construction of six houses for poor families as part of the Leça da Palmeira Património dos Pobres Housing Estate.
In June 1965 a further grant of Esc. 80,000$00 is awarded to contribute to construction of two blocks with four homes each.
Children’s Countryside Holiday Camp, Viseu
In October 1959, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 250,000$00 to the Central Board of the Conferências de São Vicente de Paulo “for building a Children’s Countryside Holiday Camp”.
Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation Functional Recovery Centre, Maria Pia Children’s Hospital, Porto
In October 1959, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 289,790$00 to Maria Pia Children’s Hospital Association for setting up a recovery centre for children with cerebral palsy.
Sagrada Família Institute, Parede (Cascais)
In December 1959, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a Christmas grant of Esc. 1,000$00 to Sagrada Família Institute and a “single one-off grant of Esc. 5,000$00 to cover the cost of repairing the [Institute’s] roof”.
Cardinal Cerejeira Foundation Housing Estate, Olivais Norte (Lisbon)
In February 1960, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 5,000,000$00 to the Cardinal Cerejeira Foundation to contribute to the building of homes “on an affordable, hygienic and moral basis, for those who lack such homes or whose limited resources do not enable them to acquire them”.
In July 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a further grant of Esc. 1,500,000$00 “for acquisition of 20 plots of land in the Olivais Norte area, for construction of apartment blocks, with 160 homes”.
Amigos dos Pequeninos Day Nursery, Silves
In February 1960, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 20,000$00 to the “Amigos dos Pequeninos” Private Welfare Institution in Silves for extension of the institution’s dormitory.
Anti-Tuberculosis Dispensary, Torres Vedras
In April 1960, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 75,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Torres Vedras contributing to the construction of an anti-tuberculosis dispensary.
Children’s Educational Centre, Sagrada Família Work House, Coimbra
In April 1960, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 150,000$00 to the Sagrada Família Work House for the building of the Children’s Education Centre.
Oficinas de São José Children’s Home, Viana do Castelo
In April 1960, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 650,000$00 to the São José Orphanage and Technical School “of which Esc. 300,000$00 is for construction of a new workshop and Esc. 350,000$00 is intended in principle for equipping the workshop with machinery and tools”.
Multi-purpose Welfare Centre, Aljezur
In June 1960, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 75,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Aljezur for “completion of the works on the Multi-purpose Welfare Centre and Day Nursery”.
Vilar Home, Porto
In July 1960, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 50,000$00 to Vilar Home “to fund construction of its changing rooms and toilet facilities”.
Headquarters, Associação dos Cegos do Norte de Portugal (North of Portugal Association for the Blind), Porto
In September 1960, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 16,500$00 to Associação dos Cegos do Norte de Portugal “for minor works to adapt its new headquarters”.
Houses for the Poor, Tamanhos (Trancoso)
In December 1960, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 100,000$00 to Dr. Ismael Gambôa Pimentel Gomes “for construction of housing for poor people, in the expectation that, given the economic conditions of the community, the funds should be sufficient to build 6 houses”.
Padre Américo Housing Estate, Figueira da Foz
In December 1960, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 30,000$00 to the newspaper A voz da Figueira for building a fifth residential block in the Padre Américo Housing Estate.
1961 – 1965
Vinhais Hospital
In March 1961, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 178,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Vinhais, for urban infrastructures and construction of the Vinhais Hospital laundry and mortuary.
Calouste Gulbenkian Winter Children’s Shelter, Casa da Criança Engenheiro Cancela de Abreu, Sabugosa
In March 1961, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 20,000$00 to Casa da Criança Engenheiro Cancela de Abreu in Sabugosa “by way of contribution to the building of a winter children’s shelter which this meritorious institution plans to build, and which has garnered support from several private donors”.
Children’s and Old People’s Homes, Obra da Figueira (Figueira da Foz)
In March 1961, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 65,000$00 to Obra da Figueira “to enable it make improvements to its homes”.
Dom Nuno de Álvares Pereira Welfare Foundation, Almada
In April 1961, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 30,000$00 to Dom Nuno de Álvares Pereira Welfare Foundation “to cover the cost of work to renovate its headquarters”.
Património dos Pobres Housing Estate, Covilhã
In July 1961, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 80,000$00 to the Património dos Pobres, Covilhã “for the start of construction work on a second estate with housing for the poor”.
Welfare Centre for the Poor and Children, Lajeosa do Mondego (Celorico da Beira)
In July 1961, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 20,000$00 to the committee of the Lajeosa do Mondego Welfare Centre for the Poor and Children, for completion of the building to house the Welfare Centre.
Dom Manuel de Bastos Pina Housing Estate, Coimbra
In September 1961, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to the Diocese of Coimbra, on behalf of MONAC (National Self-Building Movement), “intended exclusively to pay for materials to be used in the construction of ten houses for the poor”.
Condessa de Rilvas Educational Medical Institute, Lisbon
In September 1961, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to Condessa de Rilvas Educational Medical Institute “for the sole purpose of improvement works to the premises where it operates and to cover the expenses of initially setting up the pavilion (…) payment of this grant will be conditional on submission of designs or specific plans for the works and/or purchase of equipment; that when the grant is to be used for actual works, the designs and the respective budget must be submitted for the consideration of our Planning and Works Department”.
Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation also makes two further grants: one in March 1971 of Esc. 15,000$00 and another in September 1972 of Esc. 90,900$00 “to permit repair works for the rain damage”.
Headquarters, Associação de Albergues Nocturnos (Night Shelters Association), Porto
In September 1961, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 100,000$00 to Night Shelters Association of Porto “for it to carry out the more urgent repairs to its main building or to equip the same”.
The Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation later grants additional funding on two occasions: first in June 1962 (Esc. 57,500$00), and then in November 1976 (Esc. 100,000$00).
António Festas Housing Estate, Redondo
In September 1961, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 125,451$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Redondo “for improvement works in the ‘António Festas’ housing estate for the poor, belonging to this Misericórdia”.
Património dos Pobres Housing Estate, Godim (Peso da Pégua)
In December 1961, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 60,000$00 to the Património dos Pobres Civil Parish of Godim Committee “to enable them to build two units, which will be called the ‘Gulbenkian Houses’”.
The Foundation went on to make two additional grants, one in April 1965 with the same value (Esc. 60,000$00) for construction of two more units and a second in October 1968 of Esc. 40,097$00.
Support for victims of the Douro floods, 1962
On 25 January 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation Board of Directors considered the disastrous situation resulting from the storms in the north of the country, principally in the Douro region, and decides to contribute Esc. 5,000,000$00 “towards construction of houses to replace those destroyed or ruined (…) in the municipalities of Vila Nova de Gaia, Carrazeda de Anciães (Foz do Tua), Alijó (Pinhão) and Régua, and also to improve the riverside residential districts of Porto”.
On 16 April 1962, the Foundation resolves to approve a reduction in the grant initially allocated from Esc. 5,000,000$00 to Esc. 3,300,000$00, in view of the arrangements for distribution in favour of the “victims of the last Douro flood”.
José Luís Day Nursery, Cascais
In February 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 120,000$00 to the José Luís Day Nursery (Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Cascais), “exclusively for the purpose of extension works on its building”.
Scoutmasters’ Training Camp, Caparica (Almada)
In February 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 239,610$00 to the Scouts’ Association of Portugal “to be used in building the toilets and bathroom facilities at its Caparica camp”.
Património dos Pobres Housing Estate, Beringel (Beja)
In February 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 48,000$00 to the Beringel parish priest, Father António Marvão, “for the building of four houses for the poor”.
Infirmary for Tuberculosis Patients, Lamego
In February 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Lamego “to build a unit for patients with infectious/contagious diseases”.
Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Aldeia Galega da Merceana Charnais Hospital (Alenquer)
In February 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 50,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Aldeia Galega da Merceana “for renovation work on its hospital”.
Constância Misericórdia Hospital
In February 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 14,440$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Constância “which, in conjunction with the funding already obtained, will enable it to carry out improvement works to its hospital”.
Houses for Homeless Families, Pedorido (Castelo de Paiva)
In April 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 21,450$00 to the Civil Parish Council of Pedorido, “to make up the funding you indicated as needed for rebuilding the houses affected by the last River Douro floods”.
Património dos Pobres Housing Estate, Loriga (Seia)
In April 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 15,000$00 to Património dos Pobres, Loriga “to be used in building a house for the poor”.
Casas para Pobres Housing Estate, Castelões de Cepeda (Paredes)
In April 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 20,000$00 to the Parish of Castelões de Cepeda “for construction of two houses for the poor as part of a block of six homes that is being built”.
Todos os Santos Hospital, Ferreira do Zêzere
In April 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 20,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Ferreira do Zêzere for repairs and improvements to its hospital.
São Rafael Healthcare Home, Angra do Heroísmo
In April 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to Irmãos Hospitaleiros de São João de Deus in Angra do Heroísmo “by way of contribution to the expense of building the new pavilion for the mentally ill patients”.
Parish Social Centre, Ereira (Montemor-o-Velho)
In April 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 50,000$00 to the Ereira Parish Welfare Centre “to improve and fit out the building where its welfare section operates”.
Day Nursery and Children’s Home, Asilo da Infância Desvalida e dos Pobres, Lumiar (Lisbon)
In May 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 40,000$00 to the Infância Desvalida e dos Pobres Home, to help with the maintenance works at its headquarters.
In February 1968, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises further funding of Esc. 168,000$00 “which, together with that from the Ministry of Public Works, will enable it to carry out general repair work in its headquarters”.
Património dos Pobres Housing Estate, Ponta Delgada
In June 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 40,000$00 to the São Vicente de Paulo Women’s Association, Ponta Delgada “to make it possible to build two Património dos Pobres houses on the land owned by the Conference and where it has already built two such houses”.
Social Welfare Centre, Casal Vasco (Fornos de Algodres)
In July 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 30,000$00 to the Casal-Vasco Aid and Improvements Committee “to contribute to the cost of repair and adaptation works in a building intended to house the Social Welfare Centre, so as to enable it to carry on its medical, educational and cultural work on a regular basis”.
In September 1964, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorised additional funding of Esc. 10,000$00 “to enable it to continue with the works under way”.
Nossa Senhora da Fresta Housing Estate, Trancoso
In July 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 60,000$00 to the Trancoso Section of the Family Welfare Institute “to permit the completion of 15 houses for the poor in the Nossa Senhora da Fresta Housing Estate, Trancoso”.
Old People’s Home, Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Monchique
In September 1962, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 413,644$44 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Monchique to construct new premises for the Old People’s Home.
Património dos Pobres Housing Estate, Salvaterra de Magos
In March 1963, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 60,000$00 to the Salvaterra de Magos Social Welfare Centre “to enable it to build and furnish two houses for the poor, as part of a housing estate that will comprise thirty houses”.
Social and Cultural Centre, Covilhã
In March 1963, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 350,000$00 to the Diocese of Guarda to “help build the said centre” which was “already at an advanced stage of construction”.
São José de Cluny Nursing School, Funchal
In March 1963, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 426,000$00 to the São José de Cluny Nursing School “by way of contribution to the building work and fitting out of a new school”.
Children’s Recovery Centre, Associação Protetora da Criança contra a Crueldade e Abandono, São Mamede de Infesta (Matosinhos)
In March 1963, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 820,000$00 to Associação Protetora da Criança contra a Crueldade e Abandono for construction of a building where its education centre will operate in São Mamede de Infesta.
Calvário do Património dos Pobres, Carvalhido (Porto)
In March 1963, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to the Património dos Pobres, Carvalhido “by way of contribution to the building of a house to provide full accommodation and medical care for abandoned and incurable old people and invalids”.
Oficinas de São José Children’s Home, Lisbon
In March 1963, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to Oficinas de São José of the Salesian Vocational Schools in Lisbon “to contribute to the extension works on its building, so that it can educate 400 students from the less privileged classes”.
Headquarters, Escravas da Santíssima Eucaristia e da Mãe de Deus, Porto
In June 1963, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 26,000$00 to Escravas da Santíssima Eucaristia e da Mãe de Deus, Porto “to enable it to carry out extension and repair work to the boarding school kitchen”.
In January 1968, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a further grant of Esc. 42,000$00 “for the purpose of building four new bathrooms”.
Nossa Senhora da Conceição Day Nursery, Serpa
In June 1963, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 25,000$00 to the Nossa Senhora da Conceição Day Nursery “which, in conjunction with the funding obtained from other sources, will enable it carry out the extension and repair works to its building”.
Residential Home and Technical School, Confraria de Santo António, Viseu
In October 1963, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 576.125$00 to the Residential Home and Technical School, Confraria de Santo António in Viseu “to carry out repair, revamping and extension works in a building that houses this Home and Technical School”.
Social Welfare Centre, Santiago Housing Estate / Dona Madalena de Azeredo Perdigão Social Centre, Viseu
In October 1963, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 134,654$60 to the Central Board of the Conferências de São Vicente de Paulo “to help fund construction work on the Santiago Housing Estate Social Welfare Centre”.
In April 1969, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises the award of a grant of Esc. 180,000$00 “to enable it to carry out extension works on its building (Dona Madalena Perdigão Social Centre)”.
Júlio Dinis Maternity Hospital, Porto
In October 1963, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 1,296,573$20 to Instituto Maternal to “enable it to acquire a range of clinical equipment and to carry out repair works” on the Júlio Dinis Maternity Unit in Porto.
Nossa Senhora dos Mártires Home, Estremoz
In January 1964, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 240,000$00 to the Estremoz Misericórdia for it to complete building work on Nossa Senhora dos Mártires Home.
Maternity Unit, Agostinho Ribeiro Hospital, Felgueiras
In January 1964, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 168,000$00 to the Vila de Felgueiras Misericórdia for construction and fitting out the premises to house the Agostinho Ribeiro Hospital’s Maternity Unit.
Day Nursery, Braga
In January 1964, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 300,000$00 for the Day Nursery, Braga “to enable it to complete the revamping and extension of the building to house it”.
Houses for the Poor, Aguiar da Beira
In January 1964, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 100,000$00 to the Self-Build Aid Group “to enable work to start on the building of 20 houses for workers”.
In August 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation awarded a further grant of Esc. 200,000$00 “to help fund the construction of houses for families with limited financial resources”.
Padre Manuel Pita das Irmãzinhas dos Anciãos Desamparados Home, Chaves
In January 1964, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 73,650$00 to Padre Manuel Pita das Irmãzinhas dos Anciãos Desamparados Home, Chaves “which, in conjunction with the funding obtained from another source, will enable it to carry out extension works in its building, to improve both hygiene and comfort”.
Maria Droste Home, Lisbon
In January 1964, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 165,400$00 to Instituto Santa Madalena (today the Maria Droste Home) “to enable it to carry out work to adapt its laundry and acquire the essential equipment for it to function smoothly and effectively”.
In April 1964, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation grants additional funding of Esc. 12,880$00 “to enable it to complete the work of adapting its laundry, which has been carried out thanks to the Foundation’s previous donation”.
University Residence, Portuguese National Board, International Catholic Association for the Service of Young Women, Lisbon
In January 1964, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 20,000$00 to Portugueses National Board of the International Catholic Association for the Protection of Girls “to complete the works on a new Student Residence”.
Santo António Orphanage, Beja
In March 1964, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 150,000$00 to the Oblatas do Divino Coração for extension work on the Santo António Orphanage.
In December 1972, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation grants additional funding of Esc. 30,200$00.
Património dos Pobres House, Parish of São Pedro, Ponta Delgada
In June 1964, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 6,000$00 to Património dos Pobres, Civil Parish of São Pedro (Ponta Delgada) “to enable it to complete a house”.
Nossa Senhora do Carmo Multi-purpose Welfare Centre, Lagos
In July 1964, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 308,500$00 to the Nossa Senhora do Carmo Multi-purpose Welfare Centre in Lagos, corresponding to 25% of the total expense of building its headquarters.
Santo António do Estoril Housing Estate, Estoril
In July 1964, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 150,000$00 to the Fundraising Committee for the Santo António do Estoril Housing Estate “as a contribution to the expense of building 160 houses for poor families”.
In March 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises an additional grant of Esc. 250,000$00 “to contribute to the expenses of building houses for poor families”.
Cardinal Cerejeira Foundation Housing Estate, Olivais Sul (Lisbon)
In December 1964, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 4,000,000$00 to the Cardinal Cerejeira Foundation for phase two of the housing development in Olivais Sul.
Houses for Poor Families, Armamar
In December 1964, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 50,000$00 to Armamar Municipal Council “for construction of two semi-detached houses”.
Casa do Menino Jesus, Covilhã
In March 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 25,000$00 to Associação das Florinhas da Rua e Creche do Menino Jesus in Covilhã “which, in conjunction with the funding already obtained, will enable it to carry out repair works in its headquarters”.
In December 1984, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises award of a further grant of Esc. 1,000,000$00 “to help pay for the work to refurbish and extend its headquarters, provided the beneficiary submits evidence that it has raised the remaining funds needed, from other sources”.
In July 1986, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation granted additional funding of Esc. 3,000,000$00 “to help it pay for renovation and extension works on its facilities”.
Figueira da Foz District Hospital
In April 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 8,332$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia da Figueira da Foz “which, in conjunction with the funding it already has, will enable it to carry out repairs and refurbishment to the kitchen, bathrooms and to replace the ceilings in the wards” of that Misericórdia’s hospital.
Cultural and Recreation Centre, Saboia (Odemira)
In May 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 50,000$00 to Father Augusto da Silva Dourado for completion of the Saboia Cultural and Recreation Centre.
In February 1968, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation granted additional funding of Esc. 21,000$00 for “completion of the works on the building’s roof”.
Refúgio dos Pobres Housing Estate, Beja
In June 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 57,400$00 to the League of Friends of the Poor Shelter of Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Beja, for construction of two houses for poor people in the Refúgio dos Pobres Housing Estate in Beja.
Borralha Kindergarten (Águeda)
In September 1961, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 30,000$00 to Canon Manuel d’Almeida Trindade “to cover the cost of converting the Pereiro Primary School Building into a Kindergarten”.
In June 1965, Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation grants authorisation “for the grant of Esc. 30,000$00 which had been awarded in 1961 for the planned works at the Pereiro School [and which had not been used], to be used instead in the work to adapt a house in Aldeia da Borralha owned by the Aveiro Diocese into a kindergarten”.
Santa Maria Housing Estate, Lisbon
In June 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 8,179,600$00 to the United Civil Parishes of Lisbon Municipality “to cover the expenses of building 104 homes and welfare facilities – Kindergarten, Medical Unit, Day Nursery and Training Workshop – in the Santa Maria Housing Estate”.
Economic Housing Estate, Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Campo Maior
In June 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 100,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Campo Maior “so that, when added to the sums already at its disposal, it is enable to construct 12 houses in its housing estate for the families of poor rural workers”.
In September 1971, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation made a first additional grant of Esc. 78,582$10 “in order to pay in full for the eight houses built”.
In December 1981, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation gives notice of a final additional grant of Esc. 500,000$00 “to enable the conclusion of two homes for families with limited economic resources”.
Poor Family’s House, Carquere (Resende)
In June 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 15,000$00 to the Parish of Santa Maria de Cárquere “so that, in conjunction with the funding already obtained, it is able to build a house for a poor family”.
Casas para Famílias Pobres Housing Estate, Santa Comba Dão
In June 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Santa Comba Dão “for construction of eight houses for the poor, four on a larger plan and four on a smaller plan”.
Portugueses Red Cross Veterans’ Home, Lisbon
In August 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 8,700,000$00 to the Red Cross Women’s Aid Section “designed to cover the expenses of building and equipping a Home for the wounded and victims of the Overseas war”.
In December 1969, Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation reports that “this second and final additional grant of Esc. 3,600,000$00 has been approved. The additional grant approved is to pay for civil construction work budgeted at Esc. 800,000$00 and for the hearing and general fittings which have together been budgeted at Esc. 2,800,000$00”.
Calouste Gulbenkian Cerebral Palsy Rehabilitation Centre, Lisbon
In August 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises two grants to Associação Portuguesa de Paralisia Cerebral, one of Esc. 3,000,000$00, “included in the programme commemorating the Death of its Founder” for new facilities for the institution, and another of Esc. 240,000$00 “to cover the of renting the premises for two years”.
In December 1968, the Foundation authorises additional funding of Esc. 4,997,587$00.
Casa Mãe do Gradil, Mafra
In August 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 100,000$00 to the Casa Mãe do Gradil, for repairs to its premises.
In December 1976, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a further grant of Esc. 180,000$00 “to be used solely to cover the cost of works considered a priority by the institution’s directors”.
Soup Kitchen, Amadeu Duarte Charitable and Welfare Association, Parede (Cascais)
In August 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 100,000$00 to Amadeu Duarte Charitable and Welfare Association “so that, when added to the sums already at its disposal, it is enable to construct the building intended for the Soup Kitchen”.
In February 1969, the Foundation authorises an additional grant of Esc. 77,591$00.
José Godinho Jacob Home, Alcácer do Sal
In October 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 312,150$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Alcácer do Sal for construction of the José Godinho Jacob Home.
Bairro de Casas para Famílias Pobres Alberto Matos Housing Estate, Tondela
In October 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 52,200$00 to the Tondela Misericórdia for urban infrastructures for a housing estate with 14 houses donated by a local philanthropist.
Rogério Cardoso Holiday Camp, Sintra
In October 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 221,502$40 to the Parish of São Pedro in Alcântara for the first phase of construction of the Rogério Cardoso Holiday Camp in Janas.
In May 1966, a second grant is awarded for works with a value of Esc.25,000$00, in the light of an increase to the original budget. In the second half of the 1960s, several grants are awarded to the holiday camp to contribute to running expenses.
Património dos Pobres Housing Estate, São João Baptista (Coruche)
In October 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 29,000$00 to the Conferência de São Vicente de Paulo of the Parish of São João Baptista “to enable it to build two houses for Património dos Pobres”.
In August 1981, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises an additional grant of Esc. 150,000$00 “to cover the expenses of to be incurred in work to improve the houses in the estate”.
Património dos Pobres Housing Estate, Fontelo de São Domingos (Armamar)
In October 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 67,500$00 to the Património dos Pobres Welfare Centre, Fontelo de São Domingos “to enable them to build three houses”.
Social Welfare Centre, Falcão / Parish Social Centre, Pontinha (Lisbon)
In October 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 828,000$00 to Associação de Socorro e Amparo “to enable it to build a Social Welfare Centre in Pontinha”.
Santa Casa da Misericórdia do Alvito Cinema
In November 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 12,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Alvito “which, in conjunction with the funding already obtained, will enable it to carry out improvement works to its cinema”.
Prados Soup Kitchen, Celorico da Beira
In December 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 108,000$00 to the Prados Social Welfare Centre, in Celorico da Beira, corresponding to 30% of the total budget for construction of the Prados Soup Kitchen.
1966 – 1970
Houses in the Património dos Pobres Housing Estate, Ponte de Sor
In January 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 76,000$00 to Património dos Pobres, Ponte de Sor “to enable it to build two houses to accommodate poor families”.
Luís Rodrigues Rural Home, Almada
In January 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 500,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Almada “to contribute to the expenses of extending Luís Rodrigues Rural Home building in Costas do Cão, Caparica”.
Casas para as Classes Pobres Housing Estate, Alijó
In February 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 300,000$00 to Alijó Municipal Council for “construction of 20 homes for victims of the last floods of the River Douro”.
Headquarters, Associação Protetora dos Pobres, Leiria
In February 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 65,000$00 to Associação Protetora dos Pobres, Leiria “which, in conjunction with the funding already obtained, will enable it to conclude the works for its new premises”.
Dr. Pedro Teotónio Pereira Holiday Camp, Oeiras
In April 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 1,400,000$00 to Dr. Pedro Teotónio Pereira Holiday Camp “for the purpose of revamping the Camp’s premises, adapting them better to its purposes”.
In August 1966, the Foundation authorises a first additional grant of Esc. 76,256$50 to enable the fitting of central heating and plumbing facilities.
In September 1966, the Foundation authorises a second additional grant of Esc. 9,428$60.
In March 1968 the Foundation grants one-off funding of Esc. 45,549$30 “to pay the fees of the architect hired to plan the works for this holiday camp”.
Santa Casa da Misericórdia do Seixal
In April 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 50,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia do Seixal for “completion of the construction work for the Misericórdia’s future building”.
Home for Soldiers’ Children, Porto
In June 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 976,100$00 to the Home for Soldiers’ Children in Porto “so that, in conjunction with the funding from the Ministry of Public Works (Esc. 275,000$00), it can set up the school and residential home it plans to create and, at the same, time, carry out some minor work of great importance for the life of the Institution”.
In November 1968, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises an additional grant of Esc. 1,171,694$50 “by way of contribution to the extension works at the Home for Soldiers’ Children, also jointly funded by the Ministry of Public Works (Esc. 781,129$40)”.
In May 1976, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation makes a further grant of Esc. 30,000$00 “to contribute to the expenses of setting up a kindergarten for the younger pupils of this meritorious institution”.
Santo António Residential Home, Associação Protetora da Infância de Santo António, Lisbon
In September 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 99,250$00 to Associação Protetora da Infância de Santo António de Lisboa “to enable it to carry out repair works in its building”.
Headquarters, Sagrada Família Orphanage, Penafiel
In October 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 660,193$00 to Casa de Trabalho Sagrada Família in Penafiel for extension of the main building of the Sagrada Família Orphanage.
Conferência de São Vicente de Paulo Housing Estate, Avis
In October 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 35,000$00 to the Parish of Avis “to enable it to build a block with two homes for poor families” in the São Vicente de Paulo Housing Estate.
São Domingos Home, Fontelo de São Domingos (Armamar)
In October 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 30,000$00 to the Património dos Pobres Welfare Centre, Fontelo de São Domingos “to enable it to carry out minor work to adapt the boys’ home recently set up”.
Casas para as Classes Pobres Housing Estate, Alcácer do Sal
In November 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 400,000$00 to Alcácer do Sal Municipal Council “to enable construction of a further twenty houses for poor families, as part of the housing estate already built”.
In May 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation resolves to increase “the grant previously made to this Municipal Council [so that the] cost of twenty houses for poor families [is] borne in full by his institution”.
Santiago Housing Estate, Viseu
In November 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 420,000$00 to the Central Board of the Conferências de São Vicente de Paulo for construction of twelve houses to houses families of limited resources, as part of the Santiago housing estate.
In June 1963, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation had already authorised a grant of Esc. 60.000$00 “for work to install the water network for the Santiago Housing Estate”.
Comandante Américo Thomaz Fishermen’s Housing Estate, Matosinhos
In December 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 5,300,000$00 to the Junta Central das Casas dos Pescadores “for the construction of one hundred four-room dwellings in single-storey buildings for poor families”.
In September 1967 the Junta Central das Casas dos Pescadores informs that “it will promote the construction of 252 houses in Setúbal and 144 in Matosinhos, for the extension of the respective housing estates”.
Casas para as Classes Pobres Housing Estate, Alfange (Santarém)
In December 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 5,000,000$00 to Santarém Municipal Council “for construction of one hundred homes with four rooms each, in apartment blocks, for poor families”.
In January 1969, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises an additional grant of Esc. 200,000$00 “to enable residents in Bairro de Casas para as Classes Pobres in Alfange to have their own yards”.
Casas para as Classes Pobres Housing Estate, Vale de Estacas (Santarém)
In December 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 5,000,000$00 to Santarém Municipal Council “for construction of one hundred homes with four rooms each, in apartment blocks, for poor families”. Half of this funding was used to build the Bairro de Casas para as Classes Pobres in Alfange. The other half of the funding awarded in December 1966 is used in 1972, after a new proposal from the Municipal Council for building the Bairro de Casas para as Classes Pobres in Vale de Estacas.
Portuguese Red Cross Housing Estate, Lumiar (Lisbon)
In December 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 1,520,000$00 to the Portuguese Red Cross Women’s Aid Section “for construction of thirty-two homes in four-storey buildings, for poor families”.
Day Nursery and Children’s Shelter, Manique (Cascais)
In December 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 30,936$00 to the Alcabideche Parish Welfare Centre “to enable it to carry out works and acquire the following: Adaptation works (Esc. 22,956$00), two heating stoves (Esc. 2,500$00), one wardrobe (Esc. 1,500$00), one kitchen cupboard (Esc. 1,800$00), scales to weigh children (Esc. 380$00), ten children’s beds (Esc. 1,000$00), ten mattresses (Esc. 800$00)”.
Clergy and Retreats Home, Bragança
In December 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to the Committee of the Clergy and Retreats House in Bragança “to cover the expense of completing construction work on the Rest Home for Poor Priests of that Diocese, and of acquiring the equipment needed”.
São Vicente de Paulo Nursing School Home, Lisbon
In December 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 490,000$00 to the São Vicente de Paulo Nursing School and Welfare Service “for works to convert one of the storeys of the School and Home building, with capacity for 40 students”.
Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Sesimbra Housing Scheme
In December 1966, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 3,000,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Sesimbra “to build sixty homes with four rooms each, in ten three-storey blocks, for poor families”.
Cancer Treatment and Prevention Unit in Alcântara (Lisbon), and Nursers’ Home, Portuguese League against Cancer
In January 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 11,300,000$00 to Portuguese League against Cancer for building the nurses’ home, building works and equipment for the gamma therapy pavilion, works, equipment and maintenance of the new medical consulting unit, works and equipment for the Alcântara unit and equipment for the pharmacy services.
In July 1970, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises additional funding of Esc. 100,000$00, making a total grant for construction of the nurses’ home of Esc. 7,400,000$00.
Welfare Facilities, Cardinal Cerejeira Housing Estate, Olivais Sul (Lisbon)
In February 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 400,000$00 to the Cardinal Cerejeira Foundation for construction of welfare facilities in Olivais Sul.
Casa da Criança (Children’s Centre), Moimenta da Beira
In February 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 300,000$00 to Moimenta da Beira Municipal Council “so that, in conjunction with the funding it already has, it enables the Municipal Council to build a day centre for children for times when their mothers are working outside the home”.
Casa da Criança (Children’s Centre), Penedono
In February 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 350,000$00 to Penedono Municipal Council “so that, in conjunction with the funding it already has, it can build a day centre to take in children while their mothers are working”.
Nossa Senhora da Pena Parish Centre, Lisbon
In March 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 500,000$00 to the Nossa Senhora da Pena Parish Centre for construction of the building to house the centre.
In March 1970, Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 68,938$00 to fit out the Parish Centre.
Patrocínio Hospital, Évora / Southern Region Anti-Cancer Centre
In March 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 1,000,000$00 to Patrocínio Foundation in Évora to “help in the fight against cancer”, in particular in building “the Patrocínio Hospital, the future Anti-Cancer Centre for the Southern Region”.
S.O.S. Children’s Village, Bicesse (Cascais)
In May 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 1,250,000$00 to the S.O.S. Children’s Villages Association “of which, Esc. 950,000$00 is for the building of the ‘Community House’ and Esc. 300,000$00 for the building of a residential unit” in Bicesse.
In October 1972, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation board of directors authorises a grant of Esc. 600,000$00 “for construction of two semi-detached houses with a value of Esc. 300,000$00 each”.
In August 1973 the Association requested authorisation from Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation to use the grant already allocated for extension of the Community House.
In May 1989, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 1,500,000$00 for maintenance and improvement works in the S.O.S. Children’s Village in Bicesse.
Headquarters of the Celorico de Basto Charitable Association and Britelo Invalids’ Home (Celorico de Basto)
In June 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 50,000$00 to Associação de Beneficência Celoricense e Asilo de Desvalidos “to enable it to carry out works to refurbish the headquarters of this Charitable Association”.
Conferência Masculina de Nossa Senhora das Graças Home, Algés (Lisbon)
In June 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 43,000$00 to Nossa Senhora das Graças Conferência Masculina Home in Algés “by way of contribution to the works to extend the building where the institution is housed”.
São Pedro School and Children’s Home, Alcântara (Lisbon)
In August 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 26,800$00 to the São Pedro School and Children’s Home in Alcântara “to meet the expense of the works to improve its main building”.
Day Nursery and Kindergarten, Associação de Pais e Amigos de Crianças Diminuídas Mentais, Lisbon
In August 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 5,000,000$00 to Associação de Pais e Amigos de Crianças Diminuídas Mentais for construction of its welfare facilities.
Canteen, Nossa Senhora da Assunção Work Houses, Estoril
In September 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 45,000$00 to the Nossa Senhora da Assunção Workhouses in Estoril for the building of a canteen and repairs to bathroom facilities in its main building.
In March 1968, an additional grant is awarded for works with a value of Esc. 44,425$00, in the light of an increase to the original budget.
Houses for Poor Families, Vila Nova de Paiva
In October 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 361,000$00 to Vila Nova de Paiva Municipal Council “which, in conjunction with the funding already obtained, will enable it to build ten houses for poor families”.
November 1967 Floods
Following on from the floods of the night of 25 to 26 November 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation Board of Directors sets up a fund of Esc. 50,000,000$00 to help in repair works, rebuilding and the construction of new houses for families of limited resources, in the areas affected by the floods.
In February 1968, the Board of Directors launches a plan for construction of houses for the flood victims, determining “immediate award of the works contracts for phase 1 of the plan, with a total value of Esc. 28,496,000$00 for construction of 288 homes in Odivelas, Loures, Venda Seca and Arruda dos Vinhos”, and authorises an increase in the total grant to Esc. 64,000,000$00.
Rest Home, Vendas Novas
In December 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 209,500$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Vendas Novas to contribute to the construction of a rest home.
Nossa Senhora da Torre Orphanage, Braga
In December 1967, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 900.000$00 to Nossa Senhora da Torre Orphanage “which, in conjunction with the funding already obtained, will enable it to carry out improvement, extension and revamping works in its headquarters”.
Headquarters, Servas de Maria, Porto
In January 1968, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 500,000$00 to Servas de Maria “to enable it to complete work on its new building”.
Houses for Poor Families, Horta
In February 1968, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 50,000$00 to the Horta Branch of the Family Welfare Institute “as a contribution to the expense of building houses for poor families”.
Calouste Gulbenkian Nursing School, Lisbon
In February 1968, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 22,155,000$00 for construction of the Calouste Gulbenkian Nursing School.
In December 1969, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation Board of Directors “resolved to make a grant of no more than Esc. 1,500,000$00, insofar as it considers that this will be sufficient to build the Nursing School lecture hall to the desired specifications”.
Houses for the Poor, Sernancelhe
In August 1968, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 180,000$00 to Sernancelhe Municipal Council “by way of contribution to the expense of building two semi-detached houses for four families with limited economic resources”.
School Canteens, District of Viseu
In August 1968, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to the Viseu District Civil Government “to contribute to the expenses of building the five school canteens” in Paraduça, Coimbrões, Porto Codeço, Sejães and Touro.
Social Apostolate and Charity Centre, Lisbon
In October 1968, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 500,000$00 to parish of Nossa Senhora de Fátima in Lisbon “to help it with construction work on a building to house the Nossa Senhora de Fátima Parish Social, Apostolate and Charity Centre”.
Fátima Home and Shelter, Ourém
In November 1968, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to the Fátima Home and Shelter “by way of contribution to construction of the Fátima Home and Shelter”.
Divina Providência Soup Kitchen and Orphanage, Devesas (Vila Nova de Gaia)
In November 1968, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 140,000$00 to the Cruzada do Bem for construction of the new Divina Providência Soup Kitchen and Orphanage building.
Nossa Senhora da Victória Hospice, Lisbon
In November 1968, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 476,756$00 to the Irmandade do Santíssimo Sacramento da Igreja da Victória “to enable it to carry out work to extend and maintain this Hospice, so that it can accommodate more in-patients”.
São Pedro Old People’s Home, Palmela / São Pedro Home, Palmela
In November 1968, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 655,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Palmela “which, in conjunction with other funding obtained (…) enables it to construct the new building for the São Pedro Old People’s Home”.
Espírito Santo Hospital, Portel
In November 1968, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 208,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Portel “which, in conjunction with the funding obtained from other sources, will enable it build the planned extension to its hospital”.
Benjamim Dias Costa Foundation, Avanca (Estarreja)
In March 1969, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 75,000$00 to the Benjamim Dias Costa Foundation in Avanca “by way of contribution to the works to adapt its premises”.
Poor Family’s House, Ribeira Brava
In May 1969, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 60,000$00 to the Liga Agrária Católica Feminina da Ribeira Brava “to enable it to build a house which will belong to Património dos Pobres, the first tenant of which is to be the head of the large family on behalf of whom you interceded”.
In October 1969, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation gives notice that it will grant additional funding of Esc. 10,435$80.
Houses for the Poor, Coimbra
In June 1969, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 400,000$00 to the Coimbra Civil Government “by way of contribution to the expense of self-building 40 houses for poor rural families”.
In October 1973, the Foundation gives notice that a further grant of Esc. 400,000$00 has been awarded “for the Social Development Project it is undertaking, for building 20 houses, on a self-building basis, with ownership of the houses passing to the households building them upon completion”.
Portimão District Hospital
In June 1969, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 998,330$60 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Portimão “which it needs for the finishing works at the hospital, jointly funded by the State”.
Educational Medical Centre, Gemunde (Maia)
In July 1969, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 852,000$00 to Associação Protetora da Criança contra a Crueldade e Abandono “to enable it to carry out works to adapt and equip a property existing on a farm, in order to set up an Educational Medical Centre”.
Doutor Elysio de Moura Children’s Home, Coimbra
In September 1969, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 400,000$00 to Doutor Elysio de Moura Children’s Home “to fund the repair works to the building that houses 200 poor children and for purchase of a nine-seater minibus to make better use of its rural property”.
In January 1984, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises the award of a further grant of Esc. 2,000,000$00 “to help pay for refurbishment workers which are being carried out to improve the facilities and possibly increase the number of children served by this institution”.
Viseu Misericórdia Nursing School and Student Nurse Home
In October 1969, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 5,500,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Viseu “for the civil construction work to build the Viseu Nursing School, on the condition that the building will be the property of the Misericórdia and that the cost of equipment and maintenance will be borne by other official and private bodies”.
In May 1973, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises the award of a grant of Esc. 7,247,138$00 “to enable construction of the planned Student Nurse Home, to be built next to the School which the Foundation has funded”.
In October 1974, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises additional funding of Esc. 171.468$00 “for changes to the original design, which have had to be made for technical reasons”.
Paulo VI Social Centre, Leiria
In February 1970, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 500,000$00 to Leiria Parish Office, “by way of contribution to the cost of building the Paulo VI Social Centre in the city”.
Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Torres Novas Girls’ Home and Day Nursery
In April 1970, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 2,000,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Torres Novas “to contribute to the cost of building a home and day nursery for girls”.
Oficina de São José, Porto
In April 1970, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 500,000$00 to the Oficina de São José in Porto “as a contribution to the cost of the extension works on its building”.
Outpatients Units, Curry Cabral, São José and Santo António dos Capuchos Hospitals, Lisbon
In November 1970, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 9,000,000$00 to the Lisbon Civil Hospitals contributing to the works to establish outpatient pavilions in three hospitals (Curry Cabral, São José and Santo António dos Capuchos).
In November 1972, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises an additional grant of Esc. 206,100$00.
União do Beato Musical Association, Lisbon
In November 1970, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 30,000$00 to União do Beato Musical Association “to help it to carry out improvement works in its building”.
Day Nursery, Staff House, Júlio de Matos Hospital, Lisbon
In November 1970, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to the Staff House, Júlio de Matos Hospital “to help with the works needed to accommodate the Day Nursery that the Staff House is planning to set up”.
1971 – 1975
Social Centre, Sacavém (Loures)
In April 1971, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 1,295,067$20 to the Social Centre, Sacavém “so that, in conjunction with funding obtained from other sources, it can complete the building of new premises for the Social Welfare Centre”.
Orthopaedic and Fractures Department, Curry Cabral Hospital, Lisbon
In February 1971, the Lisbon Civil Hospitals applied for a grant from Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation to contribute to the improvement and extension works in the Orthopaedic and Fractures Unit.
In April 1971, the Foundation authorises the award of a grant of Esc. 7,666,240$00 “to make it possible to repair, extend and equip the Curry Cabral Hospital Orthopaedic and Fractures Unit”. It also states that: “of the said total, Esc. 2,575,000$00 is intended for general improvements to the pavilions, Esc. 3,600,000$00 for extension works and Esc. 1,491,240$00 for equipment”.
São João de Deus Children’s Hospital, Montemor-o-Novo
In April 1971, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 594,600$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Marco de Canaveses for work on premises for the Tuberculosis Department and the Laundry at the Santa Isabel Hospital.
Children’s Home, Horta
In June 1971, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 130,000$00 to the Children’s Home, Horta “to contribute to improvement works in the Home”.
Sant’Ana Children’s Playground, Porto
In June 1971, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 150,000$00 to the Nossa Senhora da Conceição Upper Seminary, Porto “for building works and purchasing the equipment needed for the Sant’Ana Children’s Playground to be reopened”.
Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Vila Real de Santo António Hospital
In June 1971, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 62,731$80 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Vila Real de Santo António “to enable it to carry out repairs and painting of wards, the maternity unit, doctor’s surgery and other facilities at its hospital and to purchase 26 foam rubber mattresses”.
Bom Jesus da Pedra Home, Vila Franca do Campo
In November 1971, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 97,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Vila Franca do Campo for repair work to the Bom Jesus da Pedra Home.
Residential Home, Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Silves
In December 1971, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 250,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Silves “for refurbishment and extension of the old people’s home for both sexes”.
Santa Casa da Misericórdia da Covilhã Hospital
In January 1972, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 1,317,572$50 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia da Covilhã “by way of contribution to the works to extend the Santa Casa Hospital”.
Houses for Poor Families, Tarouca
In March 1972, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 312,803$00 to Tarouca Municipal Council “by way of contribution to the cost of 12 homes for poor families, to be built to designs drawn up [by the] Housing Promotion Fund”.
Parish Social Centre, São Miguel de Nevogilde (Porto)
In June 1972, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 1,000,000$00 to the São Miguel de Nevogilde Parish Social Centre “to help set up the new Social Welfare Centre”.
Santa Teresinha Kindergarten, Nossa Senhora do Perpétuo Socorro Charity Centre, Porto
In June 1972, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 500,000$00 to the Nossa Senhora do Perpétuo Socorro Charity Centre “to contribute in particular to the purpose of the property for expansion of the Day Nursery and Kindergarten”.
Santo António dos Capuchos Hospital Outpatients Unit, Lisbon
In July 1972, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 3,253,000$00 to the Lisbon Civil Hospitals to contribute to works to build the Outpatients Unit at the Santo António dos Capuchos Hospital.
São José Hospital Outpatients Unit, Lisbon
In August 1972, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 3,915,307$40 to the Lisbon Civil Hospitals to contribute to works to build the Outpatients Unit at the São José Hospital.
Casa de São Vicente de Paulo, Covilhã
In November 1972, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 501,469$30 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia da Covilhã “to fund initiatives planned for implementation in Casa de São Vicente Paulo in order to improve the premises for the day nursery and kindergarten”.
Thoracic Surgery Department, Santa Marta Hospital, Lisbon
In November 1972, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 6,646,640$00 to the Lisbon Civil Hospitals “for acquisition of equipment and improvement works in the Thoracic Surgery Department of the Santa Marta Hospital” in Lisbon.
Santa Cecília Kindergarten, Matosinhos
In December 1972, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 60,000$00 to Matosinhos Parish Welfare Centre “to enable this Parish Welfare Centre to establish a kindergarten”.
Residential Home, Santa Casa da Misericórdia de São Bento de Arnoia (Celorico de Basto)
In April 1973, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 83,250$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de São Bento de Arnoia “to contribute to the expenses of works to adapt two outbuildings of this Hospital into a Home for the elderly”.
Nossa Senhora do Socorro Rest Home, Seia
In July 1973, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 100,000$00 to the Nossa Senhora do Socorro Rest Home in Seia “to help pay for renovation work planned for the institution’s building”.
Parish Social Centre, São Domingos de Benfica (Lisbon)
In August 1973, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 500,000$00 to the São Domingos de Benfica Parish Community “to help fund building work on the definitive premises for the São Domingos de Benfica Welfare Centre”.
Casas para as Classes Pobres Housing Estate, Santa Marta de Penaguião
In October 1973, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to Dr. Carneiro de Mesquita Foundation “to help it to complete construction work on the economic housing estate”.
Inválidos do Trabalho Home, Lisbon
In February 1974, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 179,619$00 to the Occupational Invalids’ Home in Lisbon, for minor improvements to the kitchen and canteen.
Gulbenkian Pavilion, Guarda District Hospital
In March 1974, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant to the Guarda District Hospital of up to Esc. 5,000,000$00 for extension and modernisation works on the Hospital, in the light of the report drawn up by the Foundation’s chairman during a journey to central and northern Portugal.
The Foundation also makes three further grants: in December 1975 (Esc. 1,286,258$80), in March 1979 (Esc. 2,963,830$00) and in November 1980 (Esc. 400,464$70) “to settle in full the liabilities contracted by the Foundation in relation to construction of the ‘Gulbenkian Pavilion’ at Guarda District Hospital”.
Children’s Welfare Centre, Estoril
In August 1974, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 600,000$00 to Estoril Parish Welfare Service for the first phase of construction of the Estoril Child Welfare Centre.
Recovery Centre for Mentally Disabled Minors, Marvão
In December 1974, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 856,675$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Marvão “by way of contribution to the cost of the works to refurbish, extend and adapt a property owned by Marvão Misericórdia in this locality, in order to prepare it as residential accommodation and re-educational premises for mentally disabled girls, and also to improve the living conditions for sixty elderly residents, of both sexes”.
Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Vizela Hospital / António Francisco Guimarães Hospital, Vizela
In November 1975, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 1,000,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Vizela “to cover the costs of modernisation works at the hospital”.
1976 – 1980
Portuguese National Board, International Catholic Association for the Service of Young Women, Lisbon
In January 1976, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to Portuguese National Board of the International Catholic Association for the Protection of Girls “for repair works and fitting out its premises, in particular the canteen and supporting services”.
Returnees Aid Fund
In March 1976, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 25,000,000$00 to the Portuguese Red Cross as a contribution to the construction plans for 3,420 buildings for 10,000 families repatriated from Africa.
In January 1977, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation gives notice that it will award a further grant of Esc. 2,852,619$50 “from the ‘Returnees Aid Fund’, previously established, to be used solely in the Madeira region for construction of 27 new houses and repair of 53 existing houses, in order to house returnees and other Portuguese people living there in highly precarious and distressing conditions of social imbalance”.
In August 1979 the Foundation authorised a further grant of Esc. 2,000,000$00 “to enable this Institution to continue the work it has been doing in building and repairing houses for returnees and other Portuguese people experiencing socially unbalanced conditions in Madeira”.
Residential Home, Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Alvaiázere
In May 1976, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 400,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Alvaiázere for “work to extend and improve the building that houses the old people’s home”.
Social Welfare Centre, Tomar
In August 1976, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 125,000$00 to the Tomar Social Welfare Centre “to support completion of work on facilities for old people”.
Nossa Senhora da Saúde Children’s Centre, Redondo
In September 1976, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 100,000$00 to Redondo Municipal Council “by way of contribution to the expenses of setting up a day nursery in the Nossa Senhora da Saúde Children’s Centre”.
Children’s Welfare Centre, Associação de Assistência de Eixo (Aveiro)
In September 1976, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 150,000$00 to Associação de Assistência de Eixo “to help the Association (…) set up a day nursery and kindergarten”.
Sagrado Coração de Jesus Social Centre, Lisbon
In September 1976, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 275,000$00 to Escravas do Sagrado Coração de Jesus “to pay the costs of works to improve a property rented by that institution in order to expand the welfare activities to which it is committed”.
Ophthalmology Department, Egas Moniz Hospital, Lisbon
In October 1976, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 500,000$00 to the Ophthalmology Department of the Egas Moniz Hospital “to cover the cost of extension works of use the unoccupied areas in the Department (…) and to permit acquisition of a range of equipment for the photographic laboratory, for microscopic study, photographic records and projection, and also anaesthetic materials for the operating theatre”.
Northern Centre, Francisco Gentil Portuguese Oncology Institute, Porto
In October 1976, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 6,500,000$00 to the Northern Region Centre of the Portuguese League against Cancer “to help with works to adapt and equip a series of buildings acquired in order to create a Social Welfare Centre as part of Northern Region Centre of the Francisco Gentil Portuguese Oncology Institute”.
In November 1978, the Foundation awarded a further grant of Esc. 7,500,000$00 “to be used in setting up model consulting rooms for early diagnosis of oncological diseases”.
Old People’s Home, Entroncamento
In August 1977, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 2,000,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia do Entroncamento for the building of the Old People’s Home in Entroncamento.
Work House, Vila Franca do Campo
In December 1978, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 500,000$00 to Religiosas de Maria Imaculada “by way of contribution to the expense of repair and extension works on the building for the Workhouse serving children and adolescents”.
Nossa Senhora da Conceição Home, Vieira do Minho Misericórdia
In August 1979, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 2,000,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Vieira do Minho for completion of construction work on the Nossa Senhora da Conceição Home in Vieira do Minho.
Urology Department, Curry Cabral Hospital, Lisbon
In May 1979, the Lisbon Civil Hospitals applied to Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation for a grant to contribute to works and improvements to the Urology Department at Curry Cabral Hospital.
In August 1979, the Foundation gave notice that it would award a grant of Esc. 3,557,314$00. The work started on 25 September 1979.
In August 1980, the Board of Directors authorises an additional grant of Esc. 2,239,800$00, recording that “payment of the additional grant will be processed through our Planning and Works Department which will oversee its use”.
Old People’s Home, Irmãzinhas dos Pobres, Porto
In November 1979, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 1,000,000$00 to Old People’s Home, Irmãzinhas dos Pobres, Porto “for the purpose of works in a property they own in Porto, in order to make it more functional, with a view to it serving as a ‘day centre’”.
Casa do Coração de Maria, Cova da Iria (Ourém)
In January 1980, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 300,000$00 to Obra das Gaiatas da Casa do Coração de Maria in Fátima to contribute to acquisition of a building for its headquarters.
In May 1982, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises award of a further grant of Esc. 500,000$00 for improvements to the facilities.
Nossa Senhora da Saúde Home for the Blind, Lisbon
In March 1980, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 300,000$00 to Nossa Senhora da Saúde Home for the Blind, in Lisbon “to help cover the expenses of works we have been informed are essential and urgent for the proper running of the Home”.
In June 1983, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation makes a further grant of Esc. 447,800$00 “which, in conjunction with the funding already obtained, will enable it to complete the works for the social centre for the elderly”.
Francisco António Meireles Home, Torre de Moncorvo
In March 1980, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to Francisco António Meireles Home in Torre de Moncorvo “to help pay for the works needed to replace the kitchen roof”.
Headquarters, Ponta Delgada Branch of Associação dos Deficientes das Forças Armadas
In August 1980, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 100,000$00 to the Ponta Delgada Branch of Associação dos Deficientes das Forças Armadas “to enable it to carry out minor building work in the institution’s building”.
Old People’s Social Centre, Lapa, Lisbon
In October 1980, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 510,500$00 to Lapa Civil Parish Council for works to improve the Old People’s Social Centre, and to purchase equipment.
Old People’s Home, Salvation Army, Colares
In November 1980, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 300,000$00 to the Salvation Army “by way of contribution to the expenses of adaptation works in the Old People’s Home”.
João de Deus League for the Blind, Lisbon
In November 1980, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 300,000$00 to João de Deus League for the Blind “to contribute to the expense of improvement works to its premises”.
1981 – 1985
Headquarters, Associação Protetora das Florinhas da Rua, Lisbon
In January 1981, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 163,380$00 to Associação Protetora das Florinhas da Rua to enable it to “renovate the wiring and the flooring in the boarding school run by this meritorious institution”.
In February 1981, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises an additional grant of Esc. 58,505$00 “so that, in conjunction with the grant recently awarded, they are able to fully rewire” the boarding school.
Old People’s Day Centre, Carnide (Lisbon)
In February 1981, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 2,000,000$00 to Carnide Parish Welfare Centre, “by way of contribution to the expenses of building the day centre for the elderly, currently under construction”.
Old People’s Day Centre, Verride (Montemor-o-Velho)
In March 1981, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 700,000$00 to the Day Centre for the Elderly in Verride “as a contribution to rebuilding the Centre”.
Rainha Dona Leonor Day Centre, Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Silves
In April 1981, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 1,000,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Silves “to help set up an Old People’s Centre”.
Social Centre, Soalheiras (Idanha-a-Nova)
In August 1981, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to the Soalheiras Improvements Committee “to help pay the expenses of completing the building works on the Soalheiras Social Centre”.
Nossa Senhora de Fátima Kindergarten, Viseu
In March 1982, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 5,000,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Viseu “to help pay for the refurbishment and extension of the building which housed the Nossa Senhora de Fátima Kindergarten and which, when the work is completed, will house the first day nursery in the city of Viseu”.
Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Buarcos Soup Kitchen (Figueira da Foz)
In June 1982, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 500,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Buarcos “to help pay for the expenses of refurbishing the building for the Soup Kitchen, in order to increase its accommodation and meal service capacity”.
Nossa Senhora do Perpétuo Socorro Charity Centre, Porto
In July 1982, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 10,000,000$00 to the Nossa Senhora do Perpétuo Socorro Charity Centre “to help cover expenses resulting from completion of the final phases in construction of its headquarters”.
Home, Associação das Antigas Alunas de Odivelas
In July 1982, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 200,000$00 to Associação das Antigas Alunas de Odivelas “to help pay the expenses of improvement works to be carried out in the old people’s home”.
Freixo de Espada à Cinta Misericórdia Old People’s Home
In December 1982, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 700,000$00 to the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Freixo de Espada à Cinta “to help pay for the repair works to this Misericórdia’s old people’s home”.
Kindergarten, São Julião de Água Longa Parish Welfare Centre, Santo Tirso
In December 1982, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 500,000$00 to São Julião de Água Longa Parish Welfare Centre “to help pay the expenses of setting up the Kindergarten at the São Julião Parish Welfare Centre”.
Children’s Centre, Vila Chã de São Roque (Oliveira de Azeméis)
In May 1983, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 400,000$00 to the Vila Chã de São Roque Children’s Centre “to help pay for completing the extension works on this children’s centre”.
Occupational Therapy Unit, Associação Portuguesa para Proteção às Crianças Autistas, Lisbon
In October 1983, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 1,000,000$00 to Portuguese Association for the Protection of Autistic Children “by way of contribution to expenses of setting up a new pavilion to house an occupational therapy unit for rehabilitation of autistic children”.
1986
Hospital and Residential Care Home, Venerável Ordem Terceira de São Francisco, Coimbra
In February 1986, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 2,000,000$00 to Venerável Ordem Terceira de São Francisco in Coimbra for improvement works to its old people’s home.
In July 1986, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises additional funding of Esc. 1,000,000$00 “for improvement works in the old people’s home”.
Cerejais Old People’s Day Centre, Alfândega da Fé
In February 1986, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 3,000,000$00 to the Fabric Committee of the Parish of Cerejais “for construction of a building and acquisition of the equipment considered necessary” for the Old People’s Day Centre.
Casa de Santa Isabel, Seia
In June 1986, the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation authorises a grant of Esc. 2,500,000$00 to Associação Casa de Santa Isabel “to help cover expenses to be incurred in work to complete the new home, as well as acquisition of the equipment needed”.
