The Eisenhower Foundation's mission is to champion the life and enduring legacy of Dwight D. Eisenhower to inspire leadership, character, and service. Our mission is to honor and champion the life and leadership of Dwight D. Eisenhower. To honor and champion the relevance today of the life and leadership of Dwight D. Eisenhower through compelling programs and events that celebrate his legacy. The Eisenhower Foundation was created in 1945 to memorialize General Eisenhower’s military leadership and subsequently to collect his presidential papers. Today, in partnership with the Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum, and Boyhood Home, the Foundation aims to connect the life and legacy of Dwight D. Eisenhower, emphasizing his leadership style and accomplishments, to issues today that are of vital importance to our nation and the world. As the Eisenhower Foundation looks forward to the approaching new decade and beyond, we will further our mission to champion the rich legacy of General and President Dwight D. Eisenhower.