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

The foundation promotes the common good by supporting projects that strengthen learning, innovation, and social development, and works with partner organizations worldwide.

Vision

The Leopold Bachmann Foundation works towards a world where people from all walks of life can learn, contribute, and flourish within their communities.

Mission

Together with our global network of partners, the Leopold Bachmann Foundation nurtures learning, sparks innovation, and promotes endeavours that contribute to society.

Values

Lifelong learning

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.

Proactivity

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.

Dedication

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.

Integrity

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.

Longevity

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.

We look forward to collaborating with partners who share these principles.

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.