Empowering entrepreneurs
to crush cancer
that’s our vision.
Our mission
To save lives, we identify, fund and support researchers so that their scientific discoveries benefit people suffering from cancer.
The Fournier-Majoie Foundation
What do we do?
After selecting promising oncology research projects, we fund them and provide entrepreneurial support for the researchers.
By helping them to succeed, we ensure that their innovations benefit the medical community and patients.
Who are we?
Created by Dr Bernard Majoie in 2007, the Foundation, which is a registered charity, actively supports research by applying the principles of venture philanthropy, combining rigour, professionalism and generosity. A team and a network of multidisciplinary experts reinforce this support by assisting project leaders.
How can you help us?
You can make a REAL difference by becoming a Philanthropreneur yourself. Bring hope and save cancer patients: by making a donation, becoming a corporate partner, taking part in our events, etc.
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What makes us different
The 100% model
100% of your donations go directly to the projects:
This is our commitment.
To ensure maximum impact of your generosity, all your donations are directly and exclusively allocated to research projects rigorously selected by the Foundation and validated by our scientific experts.
All the Foundation’s operating and communication costs are covered by a separate endowment from our founder, Dr. Bernard Majoie. This way, you know exactly what your generosity is dedicated to.
Entrepreneurial DNA
Our DNA is close to that of entrepreneurs
Our entrepreneurial spirit is clearly reflected in our vision
” Empowering entrepreneurs to crush cancer”, and in a series of characteristics
that business leaders will immediately identify with:
- A strong ambition
aiming to provide new therapeutic solutions - (Measured) risk-taking
by committing our capital after a rigorous selection of projects - A search for impact
by helping to save lives and creating jobs
(161 jobs created within the teams of our laureates)
Our focus 2025 project: Lighting the fire
To grow rapidly and resist treatment, cancer cells massively produce certain proteins. At the heart of this dynamic, an enzyme (ELP3) plays a decisive role. Figuratively speaking, it provides the oil needed to keep the tumour machine running at full speed and survive attacks.
The ‘DOMINO Effect’ project involves the development of an innovative molecule to combat melanomas and resistant colorectal cancers. This molecule blocks the ELP3 enzyme, which facilitates the production of proteins essential for the growth and resistance of cancer cells. This blockage has a dual effect: it causes tumour cells to self-destruct AND activates the immune system to eliminate them.
Impact and Progress Report 2024
Discover in this Report our unique approach to philanthropy: 100% model, entrepreneurial DNA and virtuous circle.
All our oncology projects undergo a rigorous selection process, and our researchers benefit from expert support and access to a network of investors.
Our measured impact: €453,000 raised to support our scientific projects in 2024 and 161 jobs created to date among our project leaders.
Our partners
Corporate & Foundations
Sharing our values and our mission to undertake against cancer, they support us through financial donations or donations in kind
Financial co-support
Together we provide necessary financial support to project developers
Scientific
They help us identify promising projects or support us on scientific issues
Submit your scientific project
Are you thinking of submitting your project to apply for support from the Foundation?
Click here to download the submission form.
or send us an e-mail at circle@fournier-majoie.org