Execute its founder's will in a contemporary form; promote public welfare and the development of civil society; be politically and denominationally independent and dedicated to the democratic community; tackle social challenges; make forward-looking suggestions and put them into practice in an exemplary manner; be open to change, work flexibly, and act in a practice-oriented manner; encourage people to take responsibility and assists them in doing so; help people help themselves; support people with its own programs and bodies, and fund model projects run by other organizations; fosters understanding between different nations and cultures through exchanges and cooperation; inform the public about its objectives, its instruments of promotion, and the use of its assets; collaborate and maintain contact with partners to fulfill shared goals; use its assets responsibly and efficiently and expect its partners to do likewise; develop quality standards and aligns its actions with these standards.
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