Fundacau Calouste Gulbenkian is an independent non-profit foundation based in Lisboa, Portugal. Established in 1956, the foundation was designed to foster knowledge and improve the quality of life of people through the arts, charity, science, and education. The assets of the foundation are managed by the Board of Trustees.Fundasso Calouste Gulbenkian's investment portfolio is valued at EUR 2.29 billion, with investments in private equity, real estate, natural resources, publicly-traded equity, fixed income, and cash.