Special Funds

Support of talented youth

The special fund of the President of the Republic of Belarus for the support of the talented youth was set up in accordance with Decree No.18 of the President of the Republic of Belarus of 12 January 1996 “On the special fund of the President of the Republic of Belarus for the support of the talented youth.”

The operation and goals of the special fund of the President of the Republic of Belarus for the support of the talented youth are regulated by Decree No.429 of the President of the Republic of Belarus of 16 December 2022 “On the operation of special funds of the President of the Republic of Belarus”.

Over the years the special fund has provided financial assistance to 4,518 citizens and 359 groups.

In line with Decree No. 429 signed by the President of Belarus on 16 December 2022, the Culture Ministry operates a data bank of talented youth.

This data bank features people included in the special fund of the President of the Republic of Belarus for the social support of gifted students.

Support of gifted students

The special fund of the President of the Republic of Belarus for the social support of gifted students was founded by Decree No. 19 signed by the Belarusian President on 12 January 1996.

Since its foundation, the fund has sponsored 41,943 students, 4,066 teachers and researchers who have made a big contribution to the education and support of talented youth.