Fondation des Amis pour le Rayonnement des Musées d’Orsay et de l’Orangerie (FARMO)

Mission & Vision

The Fondation des Amis pour le Rayonnement des Musées d’Orsay et de l’Orangerie (FARMO) supports philanthropic initiatives that promote research, education, and cultural accessibility at both the Musée d’Orsay and the Musée de l’Orangerie.

Established by the Society of Friends of the Orsay and Orangerie Museums (SAMO), under the aegis of the Fondation de France, FARMO was created to extend the impact of its mission beyond the acquisition of artworks.

Actions Led

FARMO’s mission is guided by a commitment to making art and culture accessible to all. This is achieved through several key initiatives:

• Supporting international research in art history;
• Playing an active role in the Daniel Marchesseau Resource and Research Center project, led by the Musée d’Orsay;
• Promoting cultural democratization by funding art workshops at the Musée d’Orsay and the Musée de l’Orangerie for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds;
• Organizing educational workshops to raise awareness about art, particularly for young people who have had limited exposure to it.

FARMO also works closely with SAMO, which leads efforts to preserve and enrich the museums’ collections. Since its inception, the SAMO has acquired over 2,500 works of art and supported numerous restoration projects, making a significant contribution to the cultural impact of both institutions.

Projects That U.S. Donors Can Support

By donating to Fondation des Amis pour le Rayonnement des Musees d’Orsay et de l’Orangerie (FARMO), you can contribute to:

• Projects aimed at vulnerable or disadvantaged people;
• Educational and knowledge-sharing programs centered around art and culture;
• Research projects;
• Acquisitions and the restoration of art.

(c) Sophie Cérpy, musée d’Orsay