In the Figaro newspaper of June 4, the Dassault family announced that the Abbey of Sainte-Marie de Lagrasse would benefit from the support of their family endowment;
The entire community and the many friends who have supported the restoration of the Abbey since 2004 have been greatly honored by this election; The Abbey meets the required criteria: quality of restoration, historical and heritage aspects of our country and region, tourist appeal and cultural influence for all;
The Dassault family’s approach is remarkable and should be commended; It was involved in the start-up of the transept project with its first significant contribution, and has supported it over several years, encouraging other patrons to join in the restoration;
Attached to its history and without nostalgia, the abbey has been recovering for 17 years and is resolutely looking to the future with numerous cultural and social projects; The announcement of this support was received both as recognition of the many efforts and sacrifices made, and as a remarkable encouragement to persevere in hope;