Brussels Airport Fund
The Brussels Airport Fund supports local communities
Connecting people, businesses and communities is the core mission of Brussels Airport. That is why the airport has long supported good causes that make a positive difference and bring people together. With the Brussels Airport Fund, established in 2023 and managed with the King Baudouin Foundation, Brussels Airport aims to further strengthen its social role.
The Brussels Airport Fund is an independent fund under the auspices of the King Baudouin Foundation. Through this fund, local organisations can apply for support for sustainable projects in response to an annual thematic call for proposals. Applications are managed by the Fund and projects are selected by an objective jury.
Projects 2024: building sustainable connections
In 2024, 41 projects responded to our call for proposals. After evaluation by an independent jury, 13 projects were selected. Each project will receive funding between €1,000 and €10,000.
The selected initiatives strengthen local communities, promote circularity and sustainable mobility, and focus on eco-friendly solutions and raising awareness about water management and sustainable transport.
Project call 2025 starts in May
In May, we’ll open applications for 2025. Follow this page and our social media for updates!
- De Plek / Le Lieu - Potager / Verger / Poulailler / Serre Collectif. This project plans a community space that includes a greenhouse, orchard, vegetable garden and chicken coop. The goal is to connect people, provide access to nature, and encourage shared management.
- La mécanique du vélo de A à Z pour les MENA. "Du haut de mon potager" offers bike repair workshops for Unaccompanied Foreign Minors in Neder-Over-Heembeek, teaching mechanics and building skills with Pro Vélo experts.
- Een bos in de stad (Buurtwerk 't Lampeke vzw). A small “food forest” engages the community in gardening and tree planting, promoting collaboration and urban green spaces.
- 't Passie speelbos (Gezinsbond vzw - afdeling Melsbroek). The Passiewijk playground is transforming into a green, adventurous space for children and youth.
- 'Wat(er) is' (Gemeente Grimbergen). This water-awareness project includes workshops, theater, school partnerships, and business events on water management.
- Speel-Tuin Basisschool Nieuwland (Katoba vzw). In Marollen, a school playground becomes a green oasis with biodiversity, outdoor play areas, and a meeting spot for families.
- Samentuin (Ons Tehuis Brabant vzw). Residents with disabilities and locals cultivate a vegetable garden, fostering inclusion and teamwork.
- Speelzone Silsombos van Bezoekerscentrum Groene Vallei (Natuurpunt Beheer vzw). The Groene Vallei Visitor Center is developing a natural play area with sustainable materials to inspire children to explore in nature.
- Het MOT (vzw Heemschut). The MOT museum promotes cycling with cargo bikes and a sustainable bike shelter featuring local wood and a green roof.
- Repair Café d'Evere. Volunteers repair items to reduce CO2, combat overconsumption, and extend product life.
- Leren fietsen voor volwassenen​. In 2025, the cycling school in Machelen offers lessons for adults, paired with language stimulation activities.
- Iedereen op de fiets. This project promotes sustainable mobility, supports those with physical or social barriers, and highlights safe cycling in traffic.
- Molen van Rotselaar van het gas vzw is transitioning to sustainable heating using the Dijle River instead of natural gas. With support from the Brussels Airport Fund, the project will finance wall insulation and heating upgrades for the multifunctional silo building.