The profits of the E/D/E foundation are generated by the foundation itself; however, it is also grateful for donations by third parties. Donations are also conceivable and welcome in view of the future and any possible generation changes.

The activities of the foundation are managed by an executive board and a board of trustees, whose members work on a voluntary basis. The E/D/E foundation is a member of the Association of German Foundations.

The E/D/E foundation is mainly committed to working in the following areas:

• Extra-occupational further training in industrial B2B in cooperation with the ZHH Trainingswerk
• Support of pedagogic and cultural projects as well as social facilities in the region of Wuppertal.

The E/D/E foundation is based on the personal commitment of Dr. Eugen Trautwein. As the successor of E/D/E founder, Ferdinand Trautwein, and the former chairperson of the E/D/E executive board, his function is largely linked with the industry and the region of Wuppertal.

It is his desire to support young people in their acquirement of key qualifications. For this reason, the E/D/E Foundation offers young employees in industrial B2B scholarships for special training courses, which support personal development as well as technical training. Through these further educational measures, the future viability of medium-sized industrial B2B companies should also be supported.

The aim of creating future in the region of Wuppertal through training is also followed by the “Junior Uni” with great commitment. Long-term support by the E/D/E foundation is certain for this project, as a result.
Dr. Eugen Trautwein is also a member of the Schumpeter School Foundation, which is dedicated to the support of teaching, research and knowledge transfer in an economic context at the Bergische Universität Wuppertal.

You can find more information on the website of the E/D/E Foundation:

www.ede-stiftung.de