For nearly 25 years, the French American Cultural Society has served as a vital cultural bridge in San Francisco, connecting arts and culture lovers who share a passion for creative expression and cross-cultural dialogue. As an independent 501(c)3 foundation, FACS is dedicated to supporting and producing innovative French and American cultural and educational projects that enrich the Bay Area community and extend their impact beyond.
At its heart, FACS is a community-driven organization built on four foundational values: creativity, innovation, dialogue, and diversity. The organization believes that art thrives through multidisciplinary collaboration, bringing together artists, technologists, and cultural stakeholders from different sectors to foster meaningful connections. By promoting transnational dialogue and encouraging cross-pollination between French and American creative communities, FACS creates spaces where artists and culture enthusiasts can meet, exchange ideas, and celebrate the transformative power of arts and culture.
Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, FACS offers its community access to a wide range of cultural events and players from the artistic sector, featuring both local and international artists from various backgrounds. The organization's programming celebrates the belief that arts and culture are borderless, and through partnerships with the French Embassy and French Consulate in San Francisco, FACS ensures its members experience authentic cultural connections. Whether through intimate artist encounters, film screenings, or cultural celebrations, FACS remains committed to fostering genuine connections among people who believe in the power of creative expression to unite communities.
San Francisco, CA