Fondation Ensemble was created in December 2004 by Gérard and Jacqueline Delia-Brémond, with very clear dual objectives of serving the needs of underprivileged populations and restoring their environment. Both the founders are very involved in the foundation and participate in the in-depth analysis of all programmes. The foundation has two separate funding vehicles: the Programmes Fund for larger, long-term grants and what is known as the MicroGrants Fund, for smaller grants from €3,000 to €30,000.