Invitation of artists from Switzerland and all over the world for creative stays of 2 to 6 months in one of the most beautiful mountain valleys in the Alpine region, the Goms in the canton of Valais, Switzerland. Painters, sculptors, film and video artists, writers, architects, industrial and fashion designers, composers are particularly welcome. Rescue of old buildings (15th-19th century) by converting them into studios and workshops for artists. Support for communities in the Goms in the establishment and operation of regional centres for artistic activities. Establishment of a collection of works by artists who have been, are and will be active in the region, as a contribution to the region's attractiveness for tourists.