the heureka science centre is a non-profit organization run by the finnish science centre foundation. the finnish science centre foundation is a broadly based co-operation organization that includes the finnish scientific community, education sector, trade and industry, and national and local government. the ten background organisations of the foundation support, develop and actively participate in the activities of heureka. the foundation’s highest body is the board of trustees, whose decisions are implemented by the governing board. everyday activities are the responsibility of heureka’s director assisted by a management team and other staff.