GONFREVILLE, France, Oct. 16, 2026 – PPG (NYSE: PPG) today announced the completion of a COLORFUL COMMUNITIES®
project at La Main Tendue, an organization supporting neurodivergent people in Gonfreville, France. The initiative
brought together around 40 PPG employee volunteers, association members and local partners to transform the center
into a more calming, sensory-friendly environment.
The project focused on renovating and repainting nearly 100 square meters, and included the creation of dedicated
sensory spaces, enhanced wayfinding through color, and decorative elements aimed at promoting well-being,
orientation and emotional regulation.
PPG volunteers recently completed a COLORFUL COMMUNITIES® project that transformed La Main Tendue, an
organization supporting neurodivergent people in Gonfreville, France.
PPG provided financial and material support totaling $48,000 (42,000 euros), including more than 80 liters of
SEIGNEURIE® paints by PPG. These include Seigneurie Pantex Bas Carbone Satin low-carbon interior paint, formulated
to help reduce the carbon footprint of building projects, and Seigneurie Elyopur Laque Satin acrylic lacquer paint
with formaldehyde-capturing Air Purifying technology and EU Ecolabel certification.
In collaboration with artist Camille Fosse, volunteers also created murals and decorative elements featuring soft,
minimalist designs inspired by nature. Drawing from the PPG CHROMATIC® color palette, the project incorporated
soothing creams, subtle blues, soft pinks and calming neutral shades selected to help reduce visual overstimulation
and create welcoming spaces. Volunteers also transformed the center’s sensory room into a dedicated retreat designed
to encourage relaxation, concentration and sensory exploration.
“We are extremely grateful to PPG and everyone who mobilized alongside us,” said Amélie Viel, founder and manager of
La Main Tendue. “Their support has enabled us to significantly improve the spaces; for people with
neurodevelopmental disorders, a well-designed environment can make a meaningful difference to their well-being,
sense of security and ability to learn and interact. These newly renovated spaces will help us provide support that
is even more closely aligned with their needs.”
Founded in 2016, La Main Tendue provides practical and personalized support for children, adolescents and adults with neurodevelopmental disorders, as well as assistance for their families. Through partnerships with schools, healthcare professionals and caregivers, the organization helps individuals develop skills, gain independence and participate more fully in everyday life.
“This initiative is a concrete illustration of our values of solidarity, care and commitment to the local
community,” said Gilles Maurice Massebieau, PPG plant director, Gonfreville. “Thanks to the dedication of our
employee volunteers, we are helping create more welcoming and calming spaces for individuals with neurodevelopmental
disorders. Beyond the renovation of the facilities, this is a genuine human-centered initiative that will help
improve the daily lives of beneficiaries and their families.”
The Colorful Communities program, PPG’s signature initiative for supporting communities, aims to protect and
beautify the neighborhoods where PPG operates around the world. Through the program, PPG’s committed volunteers
contribute their time and PPG paint products to help transform community assets - from painting classrooms to
bringing color to a maternity ward and redesigning a playground. Since 2015, PPG has completed over 635 Colorful
Communities projects, impacting more than 10.3 million people in over 50 countries.
PPG’s global community engagement efforts and the PPG Foundation aim to bring color and brightness to PPG
communities around the world. We invested $18.1 million in 2025, supporting 400+ organizations across nearly 30
countries. By investing in educational opportunities, we help grow tomorrow’s STEM innovators and skilled workforce
in fields related to coatings and manufacturing. Plus, we empower PPG employees to multiply their impact for causes
that are important to them by supporting their volunteer efforts and charitable giving. Learn more
here.
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innovate in more than 50 countries and reported net sales of $15.9 billion in 2025. We serve customers in
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