The foundation aims to promote science and support scientific activities in the fields of medicine and biology (e.g. in the areas of bee research and biodiversity), promote school education, art and artists (directly or indirectly through corresponding institutions), promote culture and support social projects. To fulfill the foundation's purpose and for financial investment, the foundation can acquire, hold and sell real estate, establish companies, acquire, hold and sell shares or participations in companies. The foundation can initiate, participate in and promote further projects in line with the foundation's purpose. The foundation is exclusively non-profit and does not pursue any commercial or self-help purposes.