International funderBased in France

Fondation Arsene

About Fondation Arsene

Fondation Arsene supports public-interest projects for children and disadvantaged youth in France, with a clear emphasis on education, health, and pathways into employment. It appears to favor associations and nonprofit operators working directly with vulnerable young people, and it also offers pro bono skills sponsorship in addition to cash grants. The foundation is housed under Fondation de France, suggesting a structured annual grantmaking process rather than open-ended support.

Focus Areas

Children and Youth in DifficultyYouth Education SupportYouth Health and WellbeingYouth Employment and Workforce InsertionChild Welfare and ProtectionCapacity-Building for Youth Nonprofits

Giving Approach

Annual grants plus skills-based pro bono support (mécénat de compétences); applications are accepted once a year, typically between December and February, with committee decisions in May-June.

How to approach this funder

Plan to apply during the December-February window and align your proposal tightly with their stated priorities: children and youth in difficulty, especially projects tied to education, health, or professional insertion in France. Because the foundation uses an annual committee review, present a clear project plan, measurable outcomes, and explain how grant support and/or pro bono expertise will be used.

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