The foundation pursues three main purposes and additional secondary purposes as follows: The primary focus is on promoting science, particularly within the University of Bern, specifically in the field of German studies and neighboring disciplines of a philosophical-historical nature. This is achieved preferably through support for academic young talent in the mentioned subjects. To achieve these goals, the foundation may from time to time award a prize, which is to be specified in a special regulation. The foundation also supports people with disabilities, their families, and corresponding organizations. It may also support church organizations, particularly Christian ones. Finally, the foundation may help maintain worthy technical installations, businesses, and monuments in Switzerland. The foundation is free to pursue further charitable or non-profit goals, particularly providing support to people in need, including children, both domestically and abroad. The foundation does not pursue commercial purposes and does not strive for profit.