The promotion of social, scientific and cultural projects of all kinds, as well as care for people in need (including individual case assistance). Furthermore, the foundation aims to promote education, particularly but not exclusively for children and young people, and to support institutions and projects in the healthcare sector. The primary focus is in Switzerland, but the foundation can also carry out activities abroad within the scope of its purpose. The supported institutions must generally have the status of non-profit organizations. The foundation is non-profit and does not pursue any commercial or self-help purposes.