The Rennes School of Business Foundation

The Rennes School of Business Foundation, under the auspices of the Fondation de France, pursues its mission with conviction: supporting every young person driven by the desire to learn and create, regardless of their social background, in order to promote social openness, equal opportunities, and the success of local talent.

Thanks to the support of our donors, partners, Alumni (Founding Member), and the entire Rennes School of Business community, we supported 234 young people in 2025.

This year, our ambition is clear: to reach the symbolic milestone of 300 beneficiaries while expanding our circle of donors and broadening our initiatives across the region.

In France, inequalities in access to Grandes Écoles remain significant and persistent. According to data from the Ministry of National Education and the Observatory of Inequalities (2023–2024):

• Children of working-class families represent only 6.4% of students in preparatory classes for Grandes Écoles.
• They account for just 2% of students at the Écoles Normales Supérieures.
• A child of an executive is 10 times more likely to gain access to a Grande École than a child from a modest background.

These figures highlight an undeniable reality: social inequalities take root very early. Research from the National Centre for the Study of School Systems (CNESCO) shows that self-censorship emerges as early as 8th grade, particularly in schools within priority education areas.

This is why the Rennes School of Business Foundation acts simultaneously on four levels:

• Scholarships for students from modest backgrounds to democratise access to Grandes Écoles
• Initiatives for middle school students to combat self-censorship
• Actions for primary school pupils: cultural exposure and artistic awareness
• Student engagement – funding student-led projects with societal impact

Through these actions, the Foundation helps establish an educational continuum in partnership with local stakeholders to support young talent and promote inclusive, accessible, and open education by reducing financial, social, and cultural barriers.

• Diversity: at the heart of our action and the driving force behind social inclusion,
• Creativity: to foster innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit,
• Excellence: striving for high standards in academic pathways and learning,
• Synergy: bringing together the strengths of local economic, non-profit, and public stakeholders,
• Transparency: through the rigorous and sincere management of every donation, under the supervision of the Fondation de France.

Words from Board Members

“Joining the Foundation from its creation allowed me to contribute to a meaningful project. This commitment gives concrete expression to EY’s CSR values and enriches my professional life.” — Marine Billant, Partner, EY

“Awarding scholarships, meeting students, helping them reach decisive milestones: the impact is human, tangible, and deeply motivating.” — Fabien Boivent, Strategic HR Director, Groupe Roullier

How can you support us?

Three simple ways:

• By bank transfer, specifying your name or that of your company: IBAN: FR76 3005 6005 0205 0200 2574 211 // BIC: CCFRFRPP
• By cheque made payable to the Fondation de France: Fondation Rennes School of Business
• By credit card, via online donation: Make a donation to our Foundation (fondationdefrance.org)

All donations benefit from a favourable tax framework and transparent monitoring.

Would you like to take concrete action for equal opportunities? Let’s discuss how your commitment can change life trajectories.
Wafâa MBARKI, Executive Director
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