• To preserve the independence and keep alive the spirit of HCB's work.

• To maintain this exceptional heritage in France which will be inalienable and open to visitors.

• To show - through exhibitions - the "highlights" of the collection and the work of other photographers, painters, sculptors. This is the originality of the Foundation.

• To allow scholars access to carefully organized archives for research purposes.

• To encourage creativity through a biennale grant program that provides financial support for a photography project selected by an international jury.

• To stimulate exchange and debate through an ongoing conference and lecture program.