Role of The Youth Harbour in the funding ecosystem
The Youth Harbour, operating under the legal name Fondation des Œuvres du Havre, positions itself as a philanthropic foundation dedicated to improving the lives of young people in vulnerable situations. Rather than functioning as a commercial service provider, it raises private donations and other contributions and redirects these resources to support youth-focused initiatives. This support can include direct financial assistance to young people, as well as funding for programs and projects run with community partners that address housing, education, employability and social inclusion.
Supported audiences and overall impact
The foundation concentrates on youth who face significant barriers as they move toward independent adulthood, such as those leaving institutional care or living in precarious conditions. By combining financial help with access to resources and networks, The Youth Harbour seeks to reduce the risks of homelessness, school dropout and social isolation. Its funding allows partner organizations to offer more stable and tailored support, while enabling individual youth to cover essential costs linked to housing, studies, training or other key steps in their life projects.
Transparency, governance and accountability
As a registered charitable foundation, Fondation des Œuvres du Havre is accountable to its donors and to the public for the use of the funds it manages. The website highlights its mission, focus on youth well-being and community impact, and invites supporters to contribute financially so that these funds can be redistributed where needs are greatest. Through this role, The Youth Harbour acts as a financial and relational anchor point, helping to mobilize resources around youth and their long-term success.