The conservation, inventory, cataloging and management of Gino Macconi's artistic and cultural heritage (his works and those of other artists, library, archive), the dissemination and enhancement of his works through exhibitions and publications, the making available to the public, through donations and loans to the Accademia di Mendrisio and other local cultural institutions, of the same heritage, assistance and support, as far as possible also through the creation of scholarships and research grants, to students and young artists. The foundation does not pursue profit-making purposes and is of public utility.