World Scout Foundation

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The World Scout Foundation (WSF) is an international, non-profit institution based in Geneva, Switzerland. Its mission is to develop World Scouting through the provision of financial and other support through the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM). Scouting is a pastime for young people, typically organised in local units emphasizing outdoor activities, self-discipline and civic engagement.

The WSF was founded in 1969 but was re-organised in its current form in 1977. The Honorary President is HM Carl XVI Gustaf, King of Sweden, who actively participates in the foundation's activities. The organisation is headed by the Chairman, HRH The Crown Prince Guillaume of Luxembourg, and CEO, Mr. Mark Knippenberg.

The WSF is permanently investing capital donations from individuals, foundations, corporations, governments, and members of the Scout Movement. Nearly all of the earned profit from investments is donated to the WOSM. The Foundation also seek non-capital donations to support specific World Scouting projects, such as the Gifts of Peace project.^[1]