Stories that inspire
The Foundation of Greater Montréal supports hundreds of community organizations in every sector. Their work enhances the well-being of the entire community, including that of its most vulnerable individuals. All our gratitude goes out to the men and women who work day in and day out to bring a better quality of life to all.
Our thanks go as well to FGM donors and fund creators, whose philanthropic efforts bring to life the values they embody: solidarity, generosity and community engagement. It is through their commitment that the Foundation and its partner organizations can have a real impact on the well-being of Greater MontrĂ©alâs population. Here are some of their stories.
Children of Silence, by Sacred Fire Productions
FĂ©licia Vollant-DubĂ© is a young Innu-Naskapi woman, from the Innu Nation of Matimekush-Lac-John. Living on the autism spectrum, she transforms silence into a visual language. Her first solo exhibition reveals a deep sensitivity and a remarkable artistic commitment. Since her early teens, FĂ©licia showed a definite talent and a desire to use art as a tool for social commitment. At the age of 15, she designed the logo for a womenâs shelter. The following year, she contributed to a book on the protection of childrenâs rights. At 18, FĂ©licia takes part in the Onaki Fablab workshop, where she explores the…