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King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies was founded in 1983 as an educational and intellectual arm of King Faisal Philanthropic Foundation. The King Faisal Foundation was established in 1976, in memory of the late King Faisal ibn Abdulaziz a son of Saudi Arabia's founder and the Kingdom's third monarch(1964-1975). His Eight sons sought pursuing their father's life-long objectives; serving Islam and Islamic Civilization, preserving Islamic culture, and promoting learning through the Islamic world, contributing to alleviating human suffering through philanthropic activities worldwide. Since its inception The Foundation has embarked upon a broad range of Islamic, cultural, and charitable endeavors. Of the many philanthropic activities of the Foundation is the King Faisal International Prize, which was established in 1979. It is one of the most widely known international prizes. It rewards excellence in the fields of Sciences, Medicine, Islamic Studies, Arabic Literature, and the Service of Islam. Each of the five Prize categories consists of a certificate summarizing the laureate's work; a commemorative 24 carat, 200 gram gold medal, uniquely cast for each Prize; and a cash award of SR750,000 (US$200,000). Co-winners in any category share the monetary grant. The Prizes are awarded during a ceremony in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, under the auspices of the King of Saudi Arabia. By 2004, 167 distinguished laureates from 35 countries had been recognized for their contributions. As part of its objectives to promote learning, KFF sponsors scholarship programs for gifted Students. In 1981, the Foundation introduced a program that allows outstanding Muslim students an opportunity to complete their higher education. And in an effort to encourage greater understanding between the Islamic and western worlds, the Foundation and Prince Charles, The Prince of Wales jointly announced in 1997 the launching of King Faisal Foundation-Prince of Wales Chevening Scholarship. The two annual scholarships are for the study of 'Islam and the West' at the postdoctoral level. The Prince of Wales Scholarship allows a Saudi candidate to undertake a one-year research in the United Kingdom. The King Faisal Foundation scholarship allows a British Scholar to study for a year in Saudi Arabia. In the field of Education, KFF established The King Faisal school in Riyadh , Effat National College for Women in Jeddah city, and Prince Sultan College for Tourism and Hotel Sciences, in Abha City. Together they provide some of the best primary, secondary, and tertiary education in Saudi Arabia. The most recent venture into education is founding Alfaisal University, a private university, headquartered in Riyadh. The Foundation is governed by a Board of Trustees consisting of the late King Faisal 's sons. It is self-financed through engaging in income-producing activities. King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies: In conformity with the mission of the Foundation, King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies was established in 1983 as an operational arm of the Foundation, in the field of research and studies. The Center is an independent, non-profit institution, and is financed by the Foundation. It has its headquarter in Riyadh, within the complex of the Foundation, which is a landmark in Riyadh. The Center is governed by a board of directors consisting of prominent Saudi personalities, chaired by HRH Prince Turki Al Faisal. Mission : Contributing to the advancement of Islamic societies through the conduct of research and issue-related studies. Objectives: In order to accomplish its mission, The Center had set its objectives as follows: Support advanced and scientific research in Islamic history and civilization, arts, social sciences focused on Islam and the Islamic world. Support research on current and contemporary issues affecting the Islamic world. Enhance dialogue, understanding, collaboration among civilizations and nations. Disseminate information and knowledge about the contribution of Islamic civilization to human heritage and highlight the main distinguishing features of Islamic civilization. Providing information on the late King Faisal bin Abdul Aziz, and his central role in the history of Saudi Arabia and the modern Islamic world. Training a new generation of specialized scholars in the field of Islamic studies, Arabic language, and social sciences. Collecting information and data and creation of specialized databases for researchers, translating a variety of foreign works into Arabic.