Mirella and Lino Saputo Foundation
Mission and Commitment
The Mirella and Lino Saputo Foundation, established in 1979, is dedicated to listening, accompanying, and supporting the initiatives of community organizations. The foundation channels its human and financial resources to increase the impact of these organizations, particularly those serving people with disabilities, the elderly, and immigrants throughout Quebec.
Philanthropic Legacy
As a private family foundation, Mirella and Lino Saputo aimed to create a philanthropic legacy, fostering a framework for ongoing support to nonprofit organizations. Their main goal is to provide leaders of these organizations with greater flexibility and creativity to bring their ideas to life quickly, addressing specific social challenges with practical solutions.
Wide Geographic Outreach
The foundation is active across Quebec, from Outaouais to Côte-Nord, and from Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean to Estrie, supporting projects in small towns and major cities alike.
Areas of Engagement
The Mirella and Lino Saputo Foundation supports community organizations working with:
- People with disabilities
- Seniors
- Immigrants
About the Foundation
Based in Montreal, the Mirella and Lino Saputo Foundation is a Canadian private charitable foundation, established under the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act and the Income Tax Act. The foundation is committed to helping nonprofit organizations succeed in their projects through a flexible and empowering approach.
Contact and Accessibility
For more information or to submit a grant application, organizations can contact the foundation at info@fmlsaputo.org. The foundation places a strong emphasis on accessibility and aligns with WCAG 2.1 web standards.