Founded by Jean Vanier and Marie-Hélène Mathieu in 1971,[1]Faith and Light is a cross-denominational Christian charitable association. The purpose of the association is to assist those with intellectual disabilities, and their friends and family, by fostering friendship, prayer, celebration and sharing.[2][3] There are approximately 1,612 communities organized into 50 provinces, in 81 countries.[4]
The Faith and Light's international head office and secretariat are in France; there are three employees.[citation needed]
