Supporting Youth: 25 French Nonprofits Empowering the Next Generation
The nonprofit projects registered with Friends of Fondation de France are multidimensional, with a holistic approach to the change they seek to bring to the world. Many are dedicated to supporting children and youth, with the conviction that investing in future generations is a cornerstone of all progress. The case for investing in youth is […]
Solidarity with Ukraine: Humanitarian Associations on the Front Lines
For over three years, Fondation de France has been mobilizing in response to the ongoing war and humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, supporting populations affected by conflict, internally displaced, or refugees in neighboring countries. With recent weeks marked by unprecedentedly violent attacks, even reaching areas previously relatively spared, Fondation de France now focuses its support on […]
Solidarity with Turkey and Syria: Fondation de France Continues its Support for the Most Vulnerable
Key Takeaways Support Relief Efforts in Turkey and Syria In Turkey, reconstruction is progressing slowly, particularly in Hatay, one of the hardest-hit regions. While some property owners have secured housing, tenants often remain relegated to container cities, distant from urban centers and essential services. “Geographical isolation creates a domino effect: children stop attending school, women […]
Connecting Science, People and Society: The University and University Hospitals of Strasbourg Foundation
The University and University Hospitals of Strasbourg form a major hub of education, research, and healthcare in France’s Grand Est region. As one of the country’s oldest academic institutions, the University of Strasbourg is internationally recognized for its excellence in higher education and scientific innovation. Its university hospitals are among the largest and most advanced […]
Giving USA: 2024 in American Philanthropy
The Giving Institute recently published its annual Giving USA report, which provides detailed insights into the trends and statistics of charitable donation trends in the U.S. Researched and written by the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at IU Indianapolis, Giving USA remains one of the most rigorous data sources for estimating total charitable […]
Solidarity with Mayotte: 6 Months of Action
Key Takeaways Support Disaster Recovery in Mayotte Continuing to address urgent basic needs After a first phase largely dedicated to emergency relief, Fondation de France is now focusing its support on more targeted and sustainable initiatives, with a priority given to the most vulnerable and isolated populations. Here are a few examples of the organizations […]
Join Us in Bringing Puvis de Chavannes Back to the Sorbonne
The Sacred Grove, by Pierre Puvis de Chavannes (1886-89), © Pascal Lévy For centuries, the Sorbonne has acted as a symbol of intellectual excellence in the heart of Paris, a place where knowledge, culture, and intellectual exchange converge. Today, through the Fondation Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, that legacy continues. The Sorbonne Interuniversity Library just recently acquired […]
Science at the Edge of the World: Océan Polaire and the Polar Pod Project
Jean-Louis Étienne, renowned French explorer and environmental advocate, was the first person to reach the North Pole solo in 1986. 5 years later, he co-led the epic 3,741-mile-long International Trans-Antarctica Expedition—the first-ever dog sled complete trans-continental crossing of Antarctica, finally achieving Shackleton’s dream 76 years later—alongside American explorer Will Steger and an international team. Throughout […]
Opéra de Lyon: Innovating Artistry, Connecting Cultures
A Leading Force in French Culture Founded as a creative powerhouse, Opéra de Lyon distinguishes itself as one of France’s leading cultural institutions. As General and Artistic Director Richard Brunel emphasizes, “The Opéra de Lyon is a creative opera house: we work to produce new works from A to Z, as opposed to merely hosting […]
Save the Freedom Frigate Hermione: This Is A Call To Arms
Act to save the Hermione, the Freedom Frigate, symbol of French American friendship