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Monaco Prize

The Prize for Innovative Philanthropy

The Prince’s Prize for Innovative Philanthropy is a global initiative jointly developed by The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation and The Tocqueville Foundation. Its goal is to award innovative philanthropy projects around the world that have inspired others and demonstrated strong impact, or potential impact.

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The winner of 2024 edition

2024 edition winner

Raphaël Culliford, CEO

Parlons Démocratie is an association meant to help young French people understand how democracy and institutions work. In a context where the loss of the ability to engage in dialogue, growing tensions between young people and institutions, and increasing abstention are undermining the foundations of our democracy, moral and civic education must play a key role. Unfortunately, this teaching is often disembodied and insufficiently attractive, partly because teachers are not specifically trained in these issues. Parlons Democratie brings together teachers, institutional professionals and students to ensure the success of French civic education.

The association is made up of people with experience and in-depth knowledge of public institutions who want to pass this on through dialogue, simulations of parliamentary debates, trials, testimonies… By revealing what goes on behind the scenes in the institutions, this project aims at awakening in young people a curiosity and confidence in their ability to shape the future of democracy.

Winners of previous editions

Seaworthy Collective is the leading community of sea change makers driving regenerative ocean and climate impact. The community is supported by Seaworthy Foundation, a non-profit social impact arm, and Seaworthy Ventures, a for-profit econom… More here.

Daniel Kleinman

SeaWorthy Collective

Every year, the hospital handles over 40,000 consultations and directly engages thousands of people in outreaches for community action for healthcare in south Eastern Uganda. More here.

Dr. Birungi Mutahunga

Executive Director – Bwindi Community Hospital

PROJECT C.U.R.E. is non-profit, humanitarian relief organization based in Denver, CO. It is one of the largest nonprofit organizations in the world that delivers medical supplies and equipment to developing countries. More here.

Dr. Douglas Jackson

CEO and President, Project C.U.R.E.

“The SDGs provide the world’s long-term business plan by putting people and the planet first. It’s the growth story of our time.”

Mr. Paul Polman

CEO, Unilever.

“We have taken a different, creative, yet realistic approach to solving this issue globally. Our Program bring focus to the issue of plastic in its “afterlife”, either through a company, institutional setting, or via community engagement”

Mr. Douglas Woodring

Founder – Ocean Recovery Alliance

“It all comes back to serving with love, together with understanding the root causes of whatever problem our passion leads us to tackle and working to solve it in a collaborative and inclusive way.”

Mrs. Peggy Dulany

Founder – Synergos

The Prince’s Prize bolstered the University’s recognition among the international community. It also strengthened relationships with the supporters who make tuition-free education possible around the world.”

Shai Reshef

Founder – University of the People

“The Prince’s Prize for Innovative Philanthropy awarded in 2015 to Seacology helped highlight the link between local actions and global consequences. Prince Albert’s personal interest in our charity has encouraged us to now consider projects on a national rather than just a village level.”

Dr. Paul Alan Cox

Founder – Seacology

“After winning Prince’s Prize for Innovative Philanthropy, I have made some great life-long friends and partners… I shall always be grateful to the Prince Albert II and Jean-Guillaume de Tocqueville for their friendship and for creating global awareness and support around the health and education of children in India via this award.”

Mr. Amitabh Shah

Founder – Yuva Unstoppable

“At its core, Heron is about empowering people and institutions. We empower collections of people because it is fundamental to the success of our society.”

Mrs. Clara Miller

Former CEO – Heron Foundation

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Laureates have received the Monaco Prize, since 2011.

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Laureates have received the Monaco Prize, since 2011.

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Projects will be supported through this initiative, in 2025.

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