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The Leopold Bachmann Foundation is a non-profit grant-making foundation established in 1997 by Leopold Bachmann. Its work is funded through the net rental income from the real estate he donated to the Foundation. The founder’s wish to provide education and, with it, opportunities to as many people as possible remains the cornerstone of the Foundation’s work.
Foundation Purpose
Vision
Mission
Values
We continuously strive to expand our knowledge, gain new insights, and develop our abilities.
At the Leopold Bachmann Foundation, we believe learning is a lifelong journey. By embracing curiosity and recognizing every encounter as an opportunity to grow, we are able to adapt, improve, and act with awareness in a changing world.
We use our abilities to care for our communities and surroundings.
Every action, big or small, has the potential to shape the world. Our goal is to use this power for good, by applying what we learn and using our skills to innovate, encourage, and contribute.
We are diligent and committed.
Everything we do, we strive to do well. With a focus on combining efficiency with quality, we work reliably regardless of challenges.
We are honest and hold true to our principles.
Integrity encompasses more than just the words we say. It requires that we live our values every day, acting with sound judgement, transparency, and accountability to build and nurture trust.
We develop projects with lasting impact.
Our vision extends beyond immediate outcomes. With an eye toward the wellbeing of both current and future generations, we support endeavours that offer enduring value to our partners, communities, and the wider world. Whether that be a single encounter that sparks a lifetime of discovery, or a multi-year programme benefiting thousands of people, long-term impact is at the core of our approach.
The Foundation Board is the highest governing body of the Leopold Bachmann Foundation. It defines the strategic direction and makes fundamental decisions regarding the foundation’s development and activities.
The foundation team implements the strategic guidelines set by the Foundation Board. It is responsible for carrying out funding activities as well as for supporting partner organizations.
Leopold Bachmann (1933–2021) was an entrepreneur, a pioneer of affordable housing, and the founder of the Leopold Bachmann Foundation. Discover the story of the founder and the foundation’s beginnings.