The Kavli Trust was established in 1962 as the sole owner of Kavli Holding, ensuring that the company’s success would serve a greater purpose. The Trust was founded by Knut Kavli, following the vision of his father, Olav Kavli, who believed that strong businesses should contribute positively to society.

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From the beginning, the mission of the Kavli Trust has been clear: to use business profits to support humanitarian work, scientific research, and culture initiatives. This ownership model secures a long‑term perspective, where commercial success and social responsibility go hand in hand.

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Today, profits from Kavli Holding enable the Kavli Trust to support a wide range of initiatives that create lasting value for society. The Trust prioritises two key focus areas: child and adolescent mental health and climate and the environment.

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Through the Kavli Trust, the Group’s long‑term ownership model ensures that sustainable business success is transformed into values for good causes.