About Us

OUR MISSION

The French American Cultural Society (FACS) is an independent non-profit 501(c)3 foundation based in the SF Bay Area which produces cultural and educational programs at the intersection of French+American arts, tech and culture. For nearly 25 years, the FACS has served as a local incubator of renowned initiatives that have gone on to achieve national and international prominence. Current programming includes the annual French Cinema Days film festival, the global Concours de Poesie poetry competition, the French-American Cultural Days celebration of Francophonie, and live guided museum tours direct from France throughout the year. 

OUR VISION

The French American Cultural Society offers to its community a unique cultural experience in the Bay Area and beyond. FACS provides access to exhibitions, exclusive film screenings, conferences, visits of artists studios and more.

100% of donations are dedicated to the events (private or public) and programs supported, produced or co-produced by FACS.

OUR VALUES

FACS is a community of arts and culture lovers sharing strong values.

CREATIVITY. We support the artist’s vision and unique place in society and give voice to alternative and creative ways of expressing views through painting, photography, music and more.

INNOVATION. We strongly believe that art is nurtured and strengthened by a multidisciplinary approach. This is why we are willing to bring together actors from different sectors of innovation - arts, technology and science - at the heart of Silicon Valley.

DIALOGUE. We promote a transnational dialogue in order to bring together artists and stakeholders from France and the US. We foster cross-pollination through conferences, meetings, cultural encounters, and more. We believe that arts and culture are borderless.

DIVERSITY. We offer access to a wide range of events and players from the cultural sector and promote events in unique locations with both local and foreign artists, from various backgrounds.