Dr. Katalin Horváth
Chair of the Board of Trustees
About the Trust
An autonomous institution in service of the Hungarian public.
Established by parliamentary act in 2026, the Magyar Örökség Trust administers public and partner funds dedicated to the preservation of national heritage and the long-term development of Hungarian communities.
About the trust
The Hungary Legacy Trust is an independent public trust established to preserve, grow, and responsibly manage strategic national assets for the long-term benefit of the people of Hungary. Through prudent stewardship, sustainable investment practices, and transparent governance, the Trust supports initiatives that strengthen economic resilience, social development, innovation, and community prosperity.
As a forward-looking institution, we are committed to ensuring that today's resources create lasting opportunities for future generations.
Mission
To safeguard and grow public assets while investing in programmes and initiatives that promote sustainable economic growth, educational advancement, innovation, infrastructure development, and national prosperity.
We operate with the highest standards of accountability, integrity, and public trust, ensuring that every investment delivers measurable long-term value.
Governance
The Hungary Legacy Trust operates under a robust governance framework designed to ensure transparency, independence, and responsible decision-making.
Oversight is provided by an independent Board of Trustees comprising experienced leaders from the public, financial, legal, and development sectors. The Board establishes strategic direction, monitors performance, and ensures alignment with the Trust's mandate.
The Trust maintains strict financial controls, independent audits, risk management procedures, and public reporting standards to uphold confidence and accountability.
Strategic Priorities 2025–2030
- Restoration of 200 endangered heritage sites by 2030.
- Doubling rural infrastructure disbursements year on year.
- Full digitisation of the National Heritage Registry.
- Expansion of the Youth Scholarship Programme to 25,000 recipients annually.
- Carbon-neutral operations across all owned facilities by 2028.
Leadership
Office of the Director General
István Nagy
Director General
Éva Kovács
Chief Financial Officer
Dr. Péter Szabó
Chief Auditor
Anna Tóth
Director of Heritage Programmes
Gábor Varga
Director of Regional Development