The foundation aims to support and promote public and charitable tasks, education and training, science and research, art, cultural and religious institutions, as well as sports, primarily in Eastern Switzerland, but not limited to this region. The foundation can also grant scholarships and interest-free loans for studies or training to individuals who do not have sufficient financial means. The purpose of the foundation also includes social welfare, in particular for the poor, the sick, the elderly and the disabled, as well as the support of institutions that pursue public or charitable purposes.