OM Fondation x ONE: a unique partnership

This partnership symbolises the collaboration of two known and recognised actors: the NGO ONE and Olympique de Marseille through its foundation. 
Sharing a common base of values such as solidarity, commitment, impact and responsibility, OM and ONE have joined forces and resources to contribute to the construction of a better world. 
We are convinced that together we can go further. 

Developing projects across the African continent, our partnership will focus on the theme of education, dear to both our entities. 

About ONE

Founded in 2004, ONE is an international campaign and advocacy organisation, which works to end extreme poverty, particularly in Africa. 
Co-founded by Bono (from the band U2), and strictly without political affiliation, ONE campaigns to raise awareness and mobilise the greatest number of citizens and political leaders on issues of international solidarity. In 2021, our teams will be particularly mobilised on two strategic priorities: health and education.
We are convinced that the fight against extreme poverty is not a question of charity, but of justice and equality.

About the OM FOuNDATION

Olympique de Marseille wishes to channel the passion of its supporters, the involvement of its employees and the power of its brand into a vehicle for cultural development, economic opportunity and social responsibility for the underprivileged communities of Marseille and beyond.
Launched in October 2017, the OM Foundation is built around 5 key pillars:

• Education
• Entrepreneurship and access to employment
• Sporting activities among young people
• Culture and contemporary art
• Solidarity

NAJAT VALLAUD-BELKACEM, Director, France - one

"Because at ONE we know that we will only eradicate extreme poverty and disease in the world by putting cooperation first. Because the OM Foundation holds high the values of its sport: mutual, collective respect, solidarity, we could not help but hear each other. So we decided to team up!"

LUCIE VENET, Executive Director - OM FOuNDATION

"OM has strong and historic ties with the African continent, which gives it a great social responsibility toward its many fans, especially the youngest ones. Education is one of the pillars of our commitment and we have chosen to partner with ONE to capitalise on its expertise in this field and its ability to move the lines!"