To help improve the standard of Maltese journalism, and the preservation of its freedom and independence;

To uphold the European character of Malta and support Malta’s continued presence in the Commonwealth;

To foster the national interest of Malta and in particular to promote democratic principles, the observance of human rights, and the exercise of a free press;

To support philanthropic and charitable causes; the advancement of education, including physical education and sport; and the advancement of religion, health, social and community services, culture, the arts, national heritage and environmental protection and improvement;

To finance scholarships and other activities for the attainment or furtherance of any of these objectives;