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In accordance with the MoU, the Foundation’s main functions comprise:</p><ul> <li>Fundraising to support the UN Global Compact</li> <li>Providing financial and programmatic support for the UN Global Compact initiative and its activities</li> <li>Promotion and advocacy of the UN Global Compact initiative and its Ten Principles</li> </ul><p>The Foundation was created in 2006 on the principle that public-private collaboration is essential to find lasting solutions to pressing global problems. In order to support the mission and vision of the UN Global Compact, the Foundation is authorized to raise funds from the global business community and broader private sector. Learn more about <a href="https://www.unglobalcompact.org/about/finances">our finances</a>.</p><p>In addition to fundraising activities, the Foundation provides general support to advancing the development of the strategy, programmatic offerings and global events of the UN Global Compact, including through provision of staff and other resources.</p><p>The Foundation for the Global Compact is proudly recognized as a Guide Star Exchange Gold Participant.</p><p><a href="http://www.guidestar.org/organizations/16-1756484/foundation-global-compact.aspx" target="_blank"> <img src="http://widgets.guidestar.org/gximage2?o=8563640&l=v2" alt="Guide Star Exchange Silver"></a></p><p>Incorporated under the laws of New York State as a not-for-profit corporation, the Foundation for the Global Compact is exempt from tax under section 501(c)(3) of the US Internal Revenue Service and qualifies for maximum charitable contribution deductions by donors where applicable. 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