Role of Jean Lapointe Foundation in the funding ecosystem
The Jean Lapointe Foundation is a charitable non-profit organization created in 1982 to financially support Maison Jean Lapointe, a leading institution in the treatment and prevention of addictions in Quebec. The Foundation’s primary role is to raise and channel private donations and fundraising revenues to ensure that high-quality prevention, treatment and family support services remain accessible across the province.
Over the years, the Foundation has developed a strong fundraising portfolio anchored in flagship events such as the Great Oyster Feast, the Bombardier Golf Tournament and the 28-day sober challenge. These campaigns mobilize businesses, individuals and philanthropic partners, and the funds collected are invested in addiction-related initiatives.
Funding themes and supported activities
The impact section of the site highlights several key funding themes. First, prevention among young people is a central priority, with a focus on school-based workshops and awareness programs designed to help youth make informed, responsible choices and avoid addiction. The Foundation also supports treatment services offered by Maison Jean Lapointe, including recognized and personalized programs that help people living with addictions regain control of their lives.
Another important axis is university scholarships, which contribute to continuing training for professionals seeking to improve intervention practices in the addiction field. In addition, the Foundation helps sustain support programs for families and loved ones, such as the PAFE program, which assists hundreds of people each year.
History and evolution
The Foundation was established when Maison Jean Lapointe faced challenges related to promotion and financing. Its creation made it possible to stabilize and expand the resources available for treatment. From 2008 onward, the organization pivoted to invest a significant share of funds into prevention, particularly among youth, and later supported innovative programs such as workshops on screen addiction introduced from 2015.
Over more than 40 years, the Foundation has been behind major initiatives such as the Jean Lapointe Telethon, adolescent centres, the 28-day sober challenge and numerous other projects that advance the fight against addiction in Quebec. Since 1982, it reports over 1.3 million young people reached, more than 13 million dollars raised and tens of thousands of individuals with addictions helped.
Partnerships and governance
The Jean Lapointe Foundation operates in close partnership with corporate sponsors, philanthropic donors and volunteers. Its website presents a wide range of ways to get involved, including individual donations, planned giving, corporate partnerships, volunteering and organizing independent fundraising events. The Foundation emphasizes integrity, innovation and solidarity as guiding values, and works to maintain transparent relationships with donors and partners while maximizing the impact of every dollar invested in addiction prevention, treatment and support.