The foundation aims to recognize and support small artistic and cultural projects, particularly those initiated by young people, and to provide start-up assistance for such projects. It also promotes medical and medical small-scale structures in developing countries, as well as ecological and nature conservation measures that strengthen these structures. The foundation supports self-help projects that promote democratic understanding at home and abroad. It also provides spontaneous assistance to individuals who have fallen into distress through no fault of their own. The support provided by the foundation takes the form of financial contributions. The foundation does not pursue any commercial or self-help purposes.