Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fundação Jornada?
It is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to support the social and community integration of children and young people, as defined in its Status. It was initially established as the JMJ Lisboa 2023, the entity responsible for organizing the World Youth Day Lisbon 2023 event, and since 2025 it has assumed the identity of the Fundação Jornada, with the goal of supporting projects that empower and inspire young people in Portugal. It is an organization of the Patriarchate of Lisbon, enjoying legal and financial autonomy.
What does the Fundação Jornada have to do with WYD Lisbon 2023?
Everything. Fundação Jornada succeeds WYD Lisbon 2023 Foundation, a legal entity created with the main objective of organizing World Youth Day, which took place in Lisbon between 1 and 6 August 2023. The legacy – financial and spiritual – of this unique and unrepeatable moment that the country and the Church experienced is the basis for the work of Fundação Jornada. Its mission is to prolong and multiply the results of WYD Lisbon 2023, placing young people at the centre of attention and challenging them – as Pope Francis did – to “overcome fear” and act, in the spirit of the Gospel, to help make a better, more fair and more fraternal world.
What does the Fundação do?
It works with young people, for young people, and on behalf of young people, supporting projects that contribute to building a world of peace, as well as a fairer, more caring, more sustainable, inclusive, and supportive society. Each year, the Foundation will open applications with a total funding amount of €800,000, aimed at supporting projects that align with these goals.
Who can apply for support from Fundação?
To all young people living in Portugal, aged between 15 and 35, whether as project coordinators and/or beneficiaries. The Foundation’s grants are not intended solely for Catholics; applications submitted in partnership are particularly encouraged, as is the involvement of young leaders in the projects.
How can I apply for support from the Fundação?
You can stay updated through this website or our social media channels, Instagram and Linkedin. If you wish, you can also request clarifications and obtain more information by contacting us via email at info@fundacaojornada.pt or sending a WhatsApp message to +351 918 458 397.
How can I become part of the Fundação?
There are several ways: by submitting a proposal and applying for funding from the Jornada Foundation; by volunteering here and contributing to our projects and initiatives. As a company, you can partner with the Foundation on the applications and initiatives we develop, working together to promote support for projects run by young people and for young people.
Who are the governing bodies of Fundação?
The Fundação consists of a Board of Directors and a Supervisory Board, appointed by the Patriarch of Lisbon for a four-year term. The current governing bodies started on 17 July 2024 their function. The Board of Directors is chaired by D. Alexandre Palma, Auxiliary Bishop of Lisbon, and consists of Miguel Carvalho (treasurer), Ausenda Pires (secretary) and members Ana Avillez, Henrique Trocado, Mariana Frazão and Rui Diniz. The Supervisory Board is chaired by Rafael Serralheiro Franco, with Francisco Marcos as secretary and Isabel Guedes as member.
Who is the executive team of Fundação?
Currently, the executive team consists of Marta Figueiredo (executive director), Daniel Serra (Financial Officer and Project Manager) and Inês Rocha e Melo (project manager). If you are interested in joining our team or learning more about what we do, please send your CV to: info@fundacaojornada.pt or through contacts page.
Where can I consult the accounts?
The annual accounts are published here, as are the respective external audit reports, carried out by independent entities that validate the annual financial statements. Reports prior to 2024 can be found on lisboa2023.org.
