Fondation de France

Logo of the Fondation de France.

The Fondation de France ("Foundation of France") is an independent administrative agency which was established by the French government in an effort to stimulate and foster the growth of private philanthropy and private foundations in France.[1]

Description

The Foundation is member of the Network of European Foundations for Innovative Cooperation and was established in 1969.[1] Its focus is the elderly, the disabled, children, health, medical and scientific research, culture and the environment.[1] Notable presidents of the foundation include Maurice Schumann (1973-1974), Roger Seydoux de Clausonne (1975-1983) and Hubert Curien (1998-2000). It is a member of the Network of European Foundations for Innovative Cooperation (NEF).[2]

References

  1. 1 2 3 Fondation de France: (English)
  2. ↑ "Network of European Foundations (NEF)" (PDF). Network of European Foundations (NEF). Oct 25, 2007. p. 5. Retrieved April 4, 2014.

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