The foundation is committed to combating poverty, injustice and inequality, as well as promoting climate protection in the field of development cooperation. It supports Swiss and foreign non-governmental organizations and government agencies, particularly in the areas of international development cooperation, health, education, education and human rights. It can provide humanitarian aid and support institutions for the benefit of socially disadvantaged people in Switzerland and abroad. It can also implement its own projects. The foundation is non-profit and does not pursue any commercial purpose. There is no legal entitlement to foundation benefits.