Philippe Jabre, Jabre Capital Partners founder, CIO and CEO, is also the founder of the Association Philippe Jabre, a non-profit organisation that provides educational resources, scholarships and healthcare to support underprivileged Lebanese youth and families. This article will take a closer look at the Association’s work creating the opportunities young Lebanese people need to build rewarding careers and thrive.
In an interview with Ricardo Karam, Philippe Jabre relayed his belief that success lies not in accumulation but in the ability to leave a lasting mark on the world. By supporting individuals and institutions through philanthropy, Mr Jabre hopes to convey hope, helping young people to find their passion and encouraging them to cultivate patience and resilience. The Association strives to support young people throughout their academic journey, in particular through the award of scholarships. The embedded infographic contains some interesting statistics on the Lebanese education system.
The Association Philippe Jabre fosters solidarity among individuals united by a common desire to advance social justice. The organisation receives more than 500 scholarship applications annually, providing both university scholarships and financial support for bachelor’s degree students studying within Lebanon. In addition, the Association also provides funding for post-graduates studying for degrees in Lebanon and abroad.
In the interview, Philippe Jabre cited the pillars of independent justice, independent elections and independent press as being integral to enabling Lebanon to maintain its cultural identity and stability. Since it was established, the Association Philippe Jabre has worked tirelessly to help Lebanese youth access educational opportunities and healthcare, acting with the ethos that every opportunity created marks a step towards a sovereign and prosperous Lebanon.
The Association provides vital support to underprivileged families across Lebanon by easing the burden of school fees, ensuring the right to education of Lebanese children. In addition to providing continuous support until need diminishes, the Association Philippe Jabre also offers one-time emergency assistance for families in crisis.
To date, the Association Philippe Jabre has assisted over 5,000 medical patients, providing vital funding for medicines, procedures and equipment. The Association has maintained strong working relationships with major hospitals, paving the way for swift responses in urgent cases. Its objective is to ensure that patients without medical coverage have access to the treatments they need, allocating funds to cover the cost of medicines and equipment as well as analysis, imaging, hospitalisation and surgery.
In May 2025, the Association Philippe Jabre raised $15,027 via its Friends Fund, providing vital financing for its scholarship fund, allowing talented Lebanese students facing financial hardship to access higher education. The embedded short video contains more information about the Association Philippe Jabre’s activities.
