Promotion of settlement, landscape and community culture, as well as the protection of homeland, monuments, landscapes and nature in the broadest sense. Maintenance and preservation of characteristic settlements and landscapes in the broadest sense, and promotion of good architectural design to preserve the local and landscape image. Protection, maintenance and preservation of traditional building styles, characteristic buildings, settlements and gardens, including their surroundings. Promotion of good architectural design and proper integration of buildings in the sense of ensemble and local image protection, with particular consideration for the quality of life in the settlements. Protection and preservation of historically developed transportation routes, as well as promotion of good design and integration of new transportation facilities. Preservation and promotion of customs, folk art, traditional crafts and arts and crafts, as well as the preservation of dialect and written German Helvetisms. The foundation's field of activity primarily covers the area of the municipality of Giswil, but can also extend to the entire canton of Obwalden.