The association does not pursue any commercial or self-help purposes, but rather enables, through voluntary and targeted subsidiary assistance on an exclusively non-profit basis: a) the allocation of contributions to the construction and restoration of churches, chapels, parsonages and parish premises and other ecclesiastical buildings as symbols of Switzerland's historical and cultural heritage (non-profit purpose) as well as b) the support of pastoral projects at all levels of church life in Switzerland and assistance to pastors in need and c) the support of significant cultural projects with a church connection. The scope of activity is generally limited to Switzerland. Swiss institutions abroad or institutions with a close connection to the Roman Catholic Church in Switzerland may also be supported.