Organizations in MacGyver (1985 TV series)

While in their employ, MacGyver was usually sent overseas to rescue Americans in danger, locate or destroy sensitive equipment, or ordinary intelligence-gathering operations; however, other sections of the DXS are much more susceptible to corruption and have been seen trying to kidnap foreign heads of state[2] or interfering with democratic elections,[3] among other things.

One of the organization's main aims during the 1980s and early 1990s was the socially responsible furthering of technologies within the United States, such as computer applications and systems and applied biosciences.

Initially located in a high-security building designed and built by Lawton Enterprises, we later find that the foundation has another facility which seems to consist entirely of underground laboratories.

Murdoc was employed by them until he tried to retire; the organization reacted by putting a hit on him as punishment for his repeated failures, forcing him to ask for MacGyver's help in order to save himself and his sister.

A Boys & Girls Club that provides shelter for inner-city kids in need of help (recovering drug addicts, former prostitutes, orphans).