The 2020s
2020 Solidarity
On August 4, an unusually violent explosion lays waste to the port of Beirut and part of the city, causing many victims. Thanks to its experience in emergency work and its network of local partners, Fondation de France immediately swings into action to support the most vulnerable residents and help with rebuilding the partly destroyed city.
2020 “United Against the Virus”: outstanding mobilization
Faced with the pandemic, Fondation de France, AP-HP (Paris hospitals) and Institut Pasteur join forces in the “United Against the Virus” alliance, to support health workers, promote research and assist the most vulnerable people. More than 40 million euros is raised, thanks to individual donors and corporate engagement.