The Ethereum Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Switzerland that is dedicated to supporting and promoting the Ethereum blockchain and ecosystem. It was created in 2014 by Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin and other key members of the Ethereum community to fund development projects and support research on the platform. The Foundation is funded by donations from individuals, companies, and other organizations, and uses these funds to support core development work, community initiatives, and education and outreach efforts. Its mission is to build a more decentralized, secure, and trustworthy internet through the use of blockchain technology.
