The Rugby au Cœur endowment fund, managed by the French Rugby Federation (FFR), has allocated nearly 300,000 euros to 272 amateur rugby clubs for the 2025-2026 season. The funding is divided among three key areas: youth retention, increasing female participation (feminization), and the development of refereeing. This initiative aims to support the growth and sustainability of amateur rugby in France by targeting specific areas that contribute to the sport's long-term success. The selection of clubs for funding is based on the Label Club Engagé criteria, a program that recognizes clubs for their commitment to community engagement, development, and inclusion. The amount of funding each club receives varies depending on the category and the specific achievements of the club within that category. The main source of this funding is the Gala Rugby au Cœur, an annual event that raises money for the endowment. Additionally, Groupe Artémis, a French company, contributed 50,000 euros specifically for the feminization component, aiming to encourage more women to participate in rugby. The youth retention component focuses on clubs that successfully keep young players involved in the sport. Eighty-eight clubs that achieved a retention rate of over 80% received 1,200 euros each. This funding supports structures that maintain a stable and growing youth base, which is crucial for the future of rugby. The feminization component, supported by the 50,000 euros from Groupe Artémis, is aimed at increasing the number of female players and officials in the sport. This includes funding for initiatives that promote rugby among women and girls. The third component of the campaign focuses on the development of refereeing. Thirty-nine clubs received funding based on the labeling of their referee training programs. Seven clubs labeled "3 whistles" received 900 euros each, while thirty-two labeled "2 whistles" received 500 euros. These labels indicate the quality and structure of the referee training provided by the clubs. The entire endowment is funded by donations collected during the Gala Rugby au Cœur, with no uniform distribution of funds—each category is supported based on specific needs and achievements.