Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the LEGO Foundation’s relationship to the LEGO Group?

A: The LEGO Foundation owns 25% of the LEGO Group through its investment company.

Q: Why was the LEGO Foundation created?

A: As stated in our by-laws, the LEGO Foundation has two overall purposes: 1) to support children’s play, learning and creativity and 2) to ensure that the LEGO Group remains one collective entity.

Q: What is the LEGO Foundation’s governance structure?

A: To read more about our board of governors click here.

Q: Does the LEGO Foundation accept applications?

A: No, the LEGO Foundation does not accept applications, but focus on carefully selected projects that support our mission and vision.

Q: Are there any affiliated foundations?

A: Yes, there are two affiliated foundations: Ole Kirk’s Foundation named after the founder of the LEGO Group and Edith and Godtfred Kirk Christiansen’s Foundation named after the second generation owner and his wife. Both foundations focus primarily on supporting social, cultural or religious projects in Denmark.