Soleil d’Enfance Gala 2025: A Night of Solidarity Supporting Children with Disabilities

On Monday, December 1, 2025, the association Soleil d’Enfance held its traditional annual gala dinner at Fouquet’s, bringing together artists, partners and public figures committed to a common cause: improving the daily lives of children with disabilities.

An evening marked by commitment

The gala was hosted by the association’s president, Sergio, and chaired by Marie Myriam, the 2026 patron, alongside Chantal Ladesou and Jarry, all united in their support for the actions carried out by Soleil d’Enfance for more than fifty years.

The evening was also animated by a musical performance from Arcangelo D’Angelo, finalist of The Voice Bulgaria 2023, who performed several songs for the audience.

Founded in 1972 by Félix Marouani, the association—recognized as being of public interest—works to provide concrete solutions that improve the lives of children and teenagers with disabilities. It brings together a wide network from the worlds of entertainment, communication, circus arts, and sports, united around a single objective: raising funds to support families and specialized institutions.

A historic mission: providing mobility, autonomy and joy

Thanks to the commitment of its artists and donors, Soleil d’Enfance has, over the last forty years, distributed nearly 233 minibuses, representing more than €3.5 million in support. These vehicles allow specialized institutions to transport children safely and in conditions adapted to their needs.

Through its initiatives, the association contributes to greater inclusion, autonomy and quality of life for these young people. It also funds specialized equipment as well as cultural and educational projects.

A year-round commitment

Beyond its annual gala, Soleil d’Enfance organizes a variety of events throughout the year, including:
– concerts,
– theatre or circus evenings,
– comedy festivals,
– and other cultural or charitable gatherings designed to raise funds while strengthening community ties.

Artists, writers, directors, producers and technicians form this “big family of entertainment” who, through their generosity and creativity, become true “sowers of happiness” for the children supported by the association.

A legacy of distinguished patrons

Over the past forty years, many well-known personalities have supported Soleil d’Enfance, including:
Juliette Arnaud, Didier Barbelivien, Marie-Paule Belle, Claude Bolling, Nicole Calfan, Jean-Pierre Castaldi, Jean-Jacques Debout, Michel Drucker, Danièle Evenou, François Feldman, Véronique Genest, Roland Giraud, Chantal Goya, Serge Lama, Enrico Macias, Christophe Malavoy, Jeane Manson, Bernard Menez, Marthe Mercadier, Bernard Montiel, Dominique Rocheteau, Rika Zaraï, and many others.

A cause that brings people together

The 2025 gala once again highlighted the driving force behind Soleil d’Enfance: uniting talents, mobilizing goodwill and turning solidarity into concrete action.
Through its initiatives, the association continues to demonstrate a longstanding commitment to supporting the most vulnerable children, reminding us that every contribution matters — and that a smile can change a life.

©2025 – IMPACT EUROPEAN

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