Zeppelin Foundation

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The Zeppelin Foundation is an institution founded by Ferdinand von Zeppelin. [1] Originally founded to support development of zeppelins and other airships, it now owns a number of large businesses in full or in part and uses its income for philanthropic efforts. [1]

The Zeppelin Foundation, headquartered in Friedrichshafen, [1] is a legally dependent municipality. [2] Since 1947, the city has managed the funds and ensures that they are used for their intended purpose. [2] The foundation holds 93.8% of the shares of ZF Friedrichshafen [3] and is the owner of Luftschiffbau Zeppelin and Zeppelin GmbH. The foundation finances various charitable purposes, [1] [2] including Zeppelin University and the Zeppelin Museum.

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 Nicholas Kulish (August 4, 2008). "In Germany, a City's Famed Industry Now Helps Keep It Afloat". The New York Times. Retrieved January 11, 2018.
  2. 1 2 3 "Questions and answers about the current debate on the Zeppelin Foundation". friedrichshafen.de. Stadt Friedrichshafen. Archived from the original on January 12, 2018. Retrieved January 11, 2018.
  3. ↑ "FAQs". ZF Friedrichshafen AG. Archived from the original on September 10, 2018. Retrieved January 11, 2018.


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