The Guardians of Notre-Dame Legacy Challenge is a special opportunity to protect one of the world’s most treasured landmarks—now and for generations to come. Through this limited-time initiative, a generous anonymous donor will contribute $10,000 for every new or increased planned gift shared with Friends of Notre-Dame de Paris, up to a total of $176,000. This opportunity is available only for commitments made by December 31, 2026.
By including Friends of Notre-Dame de Paris in your will, trust, or beneficiary designations, you can immediately unlock an additional $10,000 to support the Cathedral’s ongoing restoration and care. There is no cost to you today—just a meaningful commitment that ensures Notre-Dame’s future while also honoring your personal legacy.
Planned gifts are essential because Notre-Dame’s needs do not end with the reopening. The Cathedral requires constant preservation, expert maintenance, and long-term stewardship to remain safe, beautiful, and accessible to millions of visitors and worshippers each year. Legacy giving provides the dependable, future-focused support needed to sustain this global icon.
When you make a planned gift, you become part of a dedicated community safeguarding Notre-Dame for centuries to come. Your generosity ensures that future generations will experience the wonder, history, and inspiration that make Our Lady so extraordinary.
To learn more about the Guardians of Notre-Dame Legacy Challenge or how to include Friends of Notre-Dame de Paris in your estate plans, please contact Michel Picaud at m.picaud@friendsofnotredamedeparis.org.