Fondation d'Entreprise Beneteau supports projects at the intersection of the sea, heritage, and innovation, with a clear emphasis on protecting the marine environment and preserving naval traditions. It appears to fund a mix of conservation, maritime heritage restoration, and nautical-sector education or research, including partnerships with schools and prize-style support for historic vessel restoration. The foundation is especially distinctive for linking its philanthropy to the boating industry, favoring projects that advance sustainable boating and the skills needed for maritime professions.
Offers a mix of project grants, prize-style awards, and invite-only academic partnership funding. Grants are relatively targeted and thematic, with some support tied to France and some international projects connected to nautics; the foundation also uses structured partnerships rather than open, broad solicitation for certain programs.
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Align proposals closely with the foundation’s stated themes: marine environmental protection, maritime heritage, sustainable boating innovation, or nautical training. Expect some programs to be invite-only or partnership-based, so applicants should look for direct alignment with the Beneteau ecosystem and be prepared to demonstrate a clear link to boating, maritime professions, or heritage conservation.
Current and upcoming funding from Fondation d'Entreprise Fondation d'Entreprise Beneteau that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Projects of general interest aligned with the foundation's three axes: safeguarding naval heritage, protecting the environment, and supporting innovation in the nautical sector. The website indicates support for associations, educational institutions, and projects related to the sea and nautical heritage.
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