The foundation aims to acquire and manage buildings used for cultural purposes (such as setting up a library, a museum, creative craft spaces, managing the Theurillat Fund in accordance with the deed of donation, etc.) in order to maintain and promote culture in Saint-Imier and the valley. The foundation also supports all historical and cultural research related to Saint-Imier and the Erguel region. It intends to enrich the region's heritage. To this end, it may collaborate with other foundations, associations or groups pursuing similar or complementary goals.