The FIG Foundation is an independent body under the International Federation of Surveyors.
- The Foundation has been established for the purpose of raising funds to finance educational and capacity building projects and scholarships.
- The Foundation aims to raise a fund of 1 million US dollars in the coming years. This will allow activities to be funded by using the annual interest. The Foundation may use 50 per cent of its annual income for supporting its aims.
- The Foundation funds shall not be used to support the normal activities of FIG.
- The Foundation is administered by the FIG Office in Copenhagen and directed by a Board of five Directors appointed by the FIG Council.
- The Directors of the Foundation will announce every year the scholarships and grants available.
- The Directors will also announce the distribution of funds and promote the results of supported projects.