The « Grandir en Milieu Rural » (GMR) program, managed by MSA des Charentes, aims to assist rural areas in implementing projects and actions for children, young people, and their families. It provides technical and financial support to realize initiatives that meet local needs.
The GMR program focuses on five key themes: early childhood, leisure and holidays, parenting support, mobility, and digital access. The goal is to foster local initiatives and enhance access to services and activities for families living in rural settings.
In the Vals de Saintonge area, technical coordination of the program is jointly handled by the territorial animator from MSA des Charentes and the territorial cooperation officer from Vals de Saintonge Communauté.
The 2022-2025 GMR program review highlights significant results: a total of €185,461 was invested for young people and families, with an additional over €69,000 allocated for purchasing minibuses under the national GMR component. In total, 55 projects were supported and completed, benefiting 15 associative structures and local partners.
These achievements demonstrate the commitment of MSA des Charentes and the involvement of local stakeholders in addressing the needs of children, youth, and families. MSA des Charentes has renewed its GMR program for 2026, emphasizing its role in strengthening local cooperation and supporting initiatives that improve the quality of life in rural areas.
The framework for project calls is revised annually, and the 2027 campaign will be launched in the first quarter, offering new opportunities to continue this momentum for the benefit of residents.
