Forty countries now support the Auschwitz-Birkenau Foundation's Perpetual Fund, which ensures the preservation of the authenticity of the remains of the German Nazi concentration and extermination camp Auschwitz.

In December 2024, agreements were signed with Serbia, contributing €357,000, and Albania, which pledged €10,000 to the Fund.

"On the eve of the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, two more Balkan countries have joined the coalition of Foundation donors. This demonstrates that the authenticity of the preserved historical site resonates with allies in a region that deeply remembers the consequences of conflict and atrocities. I am pleased that the need to protect the Auschwitz Memorial unites and fosters close cooperation, as reflected by the growing number of supporting countries," said Wojciech Soczewica, Director General of the Foundation.

The Auschwitz-Birkenau Foundation aims to finance the Master Plan for Preservation, a long-term program securing all camp remains. The overarching goal is to preserve the site's authenticity for future generations.

Since 2012, the Foundation has allocated over PLN 148 million for preservation work at the Auschwitz Memorial, including PLN 22 million in 2024. The value of the Perpetual Fund surpassed €180 million in 2024.

In recent years, the Foundation has also allocated additional resources to support the Museum's educational initiatives. Donors have contributed over €3 million for projects such as developing the online tours platform "Auschwitz. In Front of Your Eyes" and training for guides.