Nunes Correa Verdades de Faria Awards

Created in 1987, they fulfill the will expressed in a will by Mantero Belard. They are given annually to people of any nationality who, in Portugal, have contributed, through their efforts, work or studies, in the three areas defined by the benefactor: care and affection given to the unprotected elderly; medical progress in its application to the elderly; progress in treating heart disease.

The value of each award is 12.500 euros) and the applications are evaluated by a jury composed of renowned personalities in the field of social security and health and chaired by Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Lisboa.