To create and support place making improvements to the public space areas in d.c.; to educate residents, workers, and tourists about local and global art and culture through events and other programs; to educate office and retail workers about safety, security, and preparedness and to improve the safety, security, and emergency preparedness of workers throughout the district of columbia; to support and sponsor projects that connect homeless individuals with necessary services throughout d.c.; to provide financial support and contributions in support of transformational projects throughout d.c.; and work with the district of columbia government in conducting research and planning studies to reduce homelessness and improve mobility, environmental sustainability, saftey, security, and emergency preparedness in the district.