A few words about the Théophile Legrand Foundation

Yves and Christian Cambier

The Foundation was created by Christian Cambier, direct descendant of Théophile Legrand. It is chaired by the Chancelor of the “Institut de France” Gabriel de Broglie and has a “common public interest” status. As such is able to raise tax free capital, with a view to raise several thousand euros each year, to be redistributed to NPOs or individuals linked to the works of Théophile Legrand.

In addition to the International Award for Textile Innovation, a comprehensive essay on the achievements of Théophile Legrand has been undertaken by Jean-Louis Chappat, who is also the author of a biography on Léo Lagrange and essays on the tragic events of the 1st May 1891 that took place in Fourmies. The Foundation will also participate in various initiatives designed to protect the cultural and historical heritage of the region, particularly an initiative regarding industrialisation in the North Region of France. In 2008, the Foundation created two awards: one to reward the best students of the “Lycée Privé Théophile Legrand”, and another to reward the best textile innovation.