The foundation's purpose is to provide occupational pension provision within the framework of the BVG and its implementing provisions. The foundation insures its affiliated employees and their dependents against the economic consequences of old age, disability and death. The foundation may provide additional benefits beyond the statutory minimum benefits, including support in cases of need, such as illness, accident, disability or unemployment. To achieve this purpose, the foundation may conclude insurance contracts or enter into existing contracts, provided that it is itself the policyholder and beneficiary. The purpose may also be fulfilled by providing services to finance contributions and insurance premiums to other tax-exempt pension institutions established for the benefit of the beneficiaries.