Fonds Œuvres de l’Emmanuel is a charitable foundation established by the Emmanuel Community to support initiatives that promote holistic human development, education, and international solidarity. The foundation’s mission is to foster human dignity, spiritual growth, and social responsibility in service of society.
Fonds Œuvres de l’Emmanuel supports two main initiatives:
Fidesco: Established in 1981 at the request of African bishops, Fidesco is an international NGO that sends volunteers to serve in development and humanitarian projects worldwide. Volunteers contribute their professional skills to support local communities, focusing on areas such as education, healthcare, and vocational training. Currently, Fidesco operates in 28 countries, with approximately 170 volunteers actively engaged in various missions.
U.S. donors can make tax-deductible donations to support three types of projects:
In 2026, France has been hit by repeated dangerous heatwaves, with July recorded as the hottest month in mainland France since temperature measurements started a
Fondation de France is stepping up and appealing for generosity to help those affected France is experiencing a series of exceptional heatwaves, which are hitting
The 250-year-long friendship between France and the United States has been defined by centuries of generous acts and mutual support, and philanthropy has continuously played