3 Years On, Fondation de France Remains a Steadfast Partner in Ukraine
Adapting to a Prolonged Conflict As the conflict continues, Fondation de France adjusted its response strategy in 2024. The focus has been on supporting key long-term partners with strong local ties. The goal is to ensure that these organizations can contribute to post-conflict reconstruction while continuing to aid those affected by the war—both in active […]
MEHAD: Helping Wounded Veterans in Ukraine 3 Years Into the Invasion
Mehad: Advancing Medical Care for Conflict Victims Founded in 2011 by a group of physicians to address the urgent healthcare needs of populations affected by war in Syria, Mehad has since expanded its work to other conflict zones, including Ukraine, where it has been active for nearly three years. Mehad’s mission is to build sustainable […]
Supporting Mayotte: 2 Months of Mobilization to Aid Communities in Crisis
A Deeply Local and Expert-Driven Response Fondation de France has decades of experience in disaster response, ensuring that aid is deployed effectively through grassroots organizations that have direct knowledge of the affected areas. Navigating Mayotte after Cyclone Chido was a particularly daunting task: nearly half of the island’s inhabitants lost their homes, and damage to […]
The Comédie-Française: French Theater Reimagined for All Audiences with Smart Glasses
A Theater Unlike Any Other A public-private partnership between the Society of French Actors and EPIC Comédie-Française, sharing artistic creation and management, the Comédie-Française is one of only four French National Theaters. This distinction recognizes not only the high level of production quality and performance, but also its importance to France’s history and cultural identity. […]
2 Years On, Fondation de France Remains Committed to Supporting Earthquake Survivors in Turkey and Syria
A Targeted Response to Local Needs By working closely with committed local organizations, Fondation de France focuses its efforts on the most vulnerable populations, with one clear goal: helping them rebuild their future. Key Figures from the Solidarity with Turkey and Syria Initiative: 88 projects supported (50 in Turkey, 37 in Syria, 1 spanning both […]
Solidarity with Ukraine: Continuing to Work Tirelessly to Support Those in Need
As part of her visit, Karine Meaux took part in the Open Transcarpathia Forum. On November 8-9, public sector and non-profit actors gathered to think through the strategic role of Transcarpathia. Located in southwestern Ukraine and bordering Hungary, the region plays a crucial role bridging Ukraine and Western Europe. Helping Refugees Integrate Several initiatives supported […]
Solidarity with Mayotte: Recovery Efforts One Month On
On-the-Ground Missions Following an initial field mission from December 25, 2024, to January 3, 2025, a second mission is planned for January 19–24, 2025. Karine Meaux and Clémence Allirot from Fondation de France’s Emergency division, along with Jacques Desproges, President of the Solidarité Mayotte committee, will travel to Mayotte to further assess needs, particularly in […]
Fondation de France Brings Emergency Expertise to Mayotte After Cyclone Chido
What is the current situation in Mayotte? The situation in Mayotte remains critical. Nearly a third of brick-and-mortar homes lost their roofs, while “bangas,” makeshift homes that make up 40% of the island’s housing, were entirely destroyed by Cyclone Chido. Access to clean water is severely limited, forcing residents to rely on rivers and untreated […]
Mayotte Cyclone Chido: Fondation de France Launches Appeal for Support
On Saturday, December 14, an unprecedented cyclone struck the island of Mayotte, leaving hundreds feared dead, many injured, and causing widespread devastation, particularly to the already vulnerable housing that affects over a third of the population. In response to this tragedy, Fondation de France has mobilized to provide immediate assistance, drawing on its experience from […]
The Wait is Over: Notre Dame Reopens Its Doors
Against all odds, this is exactly what has happened. This Sunday, after a monumental reconstruction and restoration process, the Notre Dame de Paris Cathedral will finally reopen its doors to the public. As many as 40,000 visitors are expected to pass through the Cathedral’s 860-year-old walls daily. What they will witness is a Notre Dame […]