Became patron-president of the Société de charité maternelle in Paris.
On May 1, 1788, Marie Antoinette accepted the role of patron-president of the Société de charité maternelle, a Paris-based charity providing financial aid to mothers in need. This position reflected her engagement with maternal welfare and highlighted her efforts to establish a compassionate legacy amidst the oppressive backdrop of her luxurious yet scrutinized lifestyle. Her involvement with the society was progressive for the time, impacting social ranks by introducing a royal endorsement for issues previously marginalized in civic policies.