About the KMD
Mission
To provide opportunities for citizens of the Czech Republic to expand their knowledge, expertise and experiences, and to encourage personal and community growth through academic, professional, and cultural activities both in the Czech Republic and the United States. Through its activities the Foundation seeks to support the long-term development and improvement of the Czech society.
Goals
To strengthen the Czech community in the Czech Republic and the United States through activities that encourage long-term positive change.
To provide opportunities and support for international collaboration and network-building.
To encourage the use of knowledge, experience, and professional contacts gained through The KMD Foundation’s programs and grants for the continuous improvement of life in the Czech community.
To collaborate with organizations within the United States and other countries with similar goals.
The KMD Foundation (The Kristyna
M. Driehaus Foundation) is a not-for-profit corporation organized
under
the Illinois General Not For Profit Corporation Act of 1986 and is a
qualified under IRS code section 501 (c) 3.