Since its inception in 1973, the Edyth Bush Charitable Foundation has "helped people to help themselves" in bettering their lives and strengthening their capacity to serve the public interest. Through a strong philanthropic commitment, financial support, governance, and nonprofit leadership, the Edyth Bush Charitable Foundation has enhanced the Central Florida nonprofit community.The foundation has approximately $100 million under management, $22 million of which is dedicated towards investing in alternatives, including funds of hedge funds.